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R27 KCU

1997 Moto Guzzi California

Red Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,848 mi
Last recorded19,848 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Moto Guzzi California22,522 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR27 KCU
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2026 19,848 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened sidecar (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

sidecar tyre has slight cracking between tread blocks with no ply or cord exposed

Pass 14 Jun 2025 19,768 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 19,395 miles

Nearside Brake hose slightly deteriorated sidecar banjo union (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2023 18,799 miles

Brake component slightly loose sidecar brake tie arm rose joint has slight free play (1.1.21 (c))

Pass 22 Jan 2022 17,935 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 17,664 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 17,246 miles

Nearside Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit sidecar . (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 16,576 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 15,843 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 15,333 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 15,020 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 14,503 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 13,541 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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R27 KCU is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California in Red with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R27 KCU, 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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R27 KCU is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 22 August 1997.

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