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R23 NJT

1998 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

37,637 mi
Last recorded37,637 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2013
Typical for 1998 Moto Guzzi California26,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR23 NJT
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2013 37,637 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 37,603 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2012 37,603 miles

Wheel spoke missing (4.2.1b)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 37,473 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 37,466 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 36,843 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 36,843 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2007 36,813 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 34,625 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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R23 NJT is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R23 NJT, 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 R23 NJT registered?

R23 NJT is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 4 March 1998.

Is R23 NJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R23 NJT shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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