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Moto Guzzi California Iii MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Moto Guzzi California Iii. Check any California Iii by registration number below.

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91.1%

Avg Pass Rate

-3.5%

vs Moto Guzzi Avg

1

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Moto Guzzi California Iii — MOT Reliability Overview

The Moto Guzzi California Iii has an average MOT pass rate of 91.1%, which is 3.5 percentage points below the Moto Guzzi brand average of 94.6%. This is a strong result, indicating that the California Iii is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Moto Guzzi California Iii, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Moto Guzzi California Iii performs at MOT across different model years.

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Based on 56 vehicles

91.1%Excellent
Moto Guzzi average: 94.6%
Mileage at 5yr

37k mi

Other Moto Guzzi Models

Compare MOT reliability across Moto Guzzi models.

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97.1% pass rate

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90.0% pass rate

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94.4% pass rate

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92.9% pass rate

Moto Guzzi California

93.6% pass rate

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See detailed fault analysis for Moto Guzzi California Iii

Moto Guzzi California Iii — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Moto Guzzi California Iii MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Moto Guzzi California Iii?
The average MOT pass rate for the Moto Guzzi California Iii is 91.1% compared to the Moto Guzzi average of 94.6%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Moto Guzzi California Iii?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Moto Guzzi California Iii reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 91.1%, the Moto Guzzi California Iii is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Moto Guzzi California Iii?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Moto Guzzi California Iii?
Typical mileage for the Moto Guzzi California Iii: 37,000 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used California Iii to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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