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R124 MVV

1998 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

33,833 mi
Last recorded33,833 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Moto Guzzi California26,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR124 MVV
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 33,833 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 33,485 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 32,096 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 30,898 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2022 30,894 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Aug 2021 28,321 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2021 28,284 miles

Front Brake excessively binding front and rear (1.2.1 (f))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 27,969 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 26,346 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 29,714 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 26,109 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 22,310 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 19,986 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 17,903 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 16,769 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2010 15,976 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 15,396 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 14,577 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

gear selector linkage worn

Fail 4 Jul 2008 14,577 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

gear selector linkage worn

Pass 17 Apr 2007 13,286 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

rear tyre on legal limit

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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R124 MVV is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1998 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 26,088 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 R124 MVV, 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 28 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R124 MVV registered?

R124 MVV is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 28 May 1998.

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The MOT history for R124 MVV shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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