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R388 NNN

1997 Moto Guzzi California

Silver Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,022 mi
Last recorded18,022 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Moto Guzzi California22,522 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR388 NNN
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 29 May 2025 18,022 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 18,003 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 17,544 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 17,342 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 16,905 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 16,370 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 16,187 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 15,811 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 15,067 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 13,599 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 11,171 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 7,214 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 7,146 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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R388 NNN is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California in Silver 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 R388 NNN, 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 R388 NNN registered?

R388 NNN is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 6 September 1997.

Is R388 NNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R388 NNN shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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