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R117 KSS

1997 Moto Guzzi 750

Red Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2024
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

18,414 mi
Last recorded18,414 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2023
Typical for 1997 Moto Guzzi 75010,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR117 KSS
MakeMoto Guzzi
Model750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2023 18,414 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 18,254 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 18,252 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 16,765 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 15,083 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 15,063 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Fail 22 Mar 2011 14,944 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 25 Mar 2010 11,850 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 11,824 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Pass 9 May 2008 11,120 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 10,620 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 10,620 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi 750?

Based on 3,387 MOT tests across 394 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
514
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
394
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 33
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 32
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
Direction indicators not working 14
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R117 KSS is a 1997 Moto Guzzi 750 in Red with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1997 Moto Guzzi 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 10,836 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 750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R117 KSS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Moto Guzzi 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Moto Guzzi 750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R117 KSS registered?

R117 KSS is a 1997 Moto Guzzi 750, first registered on 7 August 1997.

Is R117 KSS safe to buy?

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