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G5 BFM

1993 Moto Guzzi California III

Red Petrol 949cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

47,417 mi
Last recorded47,417 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2024
Typical for 1993 Moto Guzzi California III28,595 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 BFM
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia III
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine949cc
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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2024 47,417 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 46,697 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 45,791 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 45,015 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 43,706 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 43,268 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 39,581 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 37,030 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 31,576 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 26,670 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 20,861 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 20,854 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 18,643 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 17,519 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 16,944 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 16,526 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 13,976 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 27 Jun 2007 13,976 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2006 11,723 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2005 11,335 miles

How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi California III?

Based on 1,719 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
652
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 14
Riders seat insecure 9
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G5 BFM is a 1993 Moto Guzzi California III in Red with a 949cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1993 Moto Guzzi California III models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 28,595 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Moto Guzzi California III fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G5 BFM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Moto Guzzi California III typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 33 years old, this Moto Guzzi California III is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G5 BFM registered?

G5 BFM is a 1993 Moto Guzzi California III, first registered on 7 December 1993.

Is G5 BFM safe to buy?

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