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R407 RNL

1997 Moto Guzzi California

Blue Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

77,142 mi
Last recorded77,142 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Moto Guzzi California22,522 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR407 RNL
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 77,142 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 75,956 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 75,322 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 73,911 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 72,525 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 69,030 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 67,012 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 63,088 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 62,183 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 60,167 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 56,391 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 53,672 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 50,297 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 May 2012 47,979 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 44,820 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 44,820 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 May 2010 41,467 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 39,446 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 35,443 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 35,443 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2007 34,010 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2005 31,383 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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R407 RNL is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California in Blue with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R407 RNL, 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 R407 RNL registered?

R407 RNL is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is R407 RNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R407 RNL shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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