MOT Status
ValidMileage
45,452 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly rev,s up on full lock to r/hand side a bit (6.2.7 (a) (i))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Headlamp damaged but function not impaired cracked lens (1.2.3a)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
pass light switch sticks on full beam
Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi California?
Based on 17,571 MOT tests across 1,608 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R194 MFX is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California in Red with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.
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 R194 MFX, 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 R194 MFX registered?
R194 MFX is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 22 October 1997.
Is R194 MFX safe to buy?
The MOT history for R194 MFX shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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