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R155 FUA

1997 Moto Guzzi California

Red Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

19,047 mi
Last recorded19,047 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Moto Guzzi California22,522 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR155 FUA
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 19,047 miles
Pass 17 May 2025 17,861 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 17,025 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 16,471 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 16,080 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 15,103 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 14,340 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2020 14,340 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 14,096 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 14,048 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 14,044 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 14,030 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 14,013 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 14,013 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 14,002 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2014 14,002 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 13,991 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 13,966 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 13,956 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 13,945 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 13,933 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 13,916 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 13,790 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 13,729 miles

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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R155 FUA is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California in Red with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R155 FUA, 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 R155 FUA registered?

R155 FUA is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R155 FUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R155 FUA shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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