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P519 RDE

1997 Moto Guzzi California

Grey Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

37,039 mi
Last recorded37,039 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Moto Guzzi California22,522 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP519 RDE
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 37,039 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))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 27 May 2026 37,027 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 May 2025 36,622 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 36,180 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 May 2023 35,771 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 May 2022 35,254 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2021 34,649 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 33,943 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 33,038 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 32,692 miles

Offside Rear Oil leak FROM REAR DRIVE UNIT

Pass 31 May 2017 32,179 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 31,258 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2015 30,503 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 29,689 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2014 29,689 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2012 29,398 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 28,799 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 27,858 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 12 Jul 2007 27,856 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi California?

Based on 17,571 MOT tests across 1,608 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
1,608
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 214
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 138
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 134
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 95
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 77
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P519 RDE is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California in Grey with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1997 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 22,522 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Moto Guzzi California fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 214 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P519 RDE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Moto Guzzi California typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 29 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P519 RDE registered?

P519 RDE is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 March 1997.

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The MOT history for P519 RDE shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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