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R417 EUA

1997 Moto Guzzi California

Blue Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,791 mi
Last recorded30,791 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Moto Guzzi California22,522 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR417 EUA
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 30,791 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 28,679 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 27,837 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2021 27,086 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 24,465 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 23,588 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 23,588 miles

Nearside Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 22,379 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 22,366 miles

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Fail 27 May 2015 21,026 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 May 2015 21,026 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 19 May 2015 20,980 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2014 20,197 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 19,858 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 19,569 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 19,268 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 17,167 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 16,694 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 16,585 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 29 Jul 2006 16,116 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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R417 EUA is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California in Blue with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R417 EUA, 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 R417 EUA registered?

R417 EUA is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 13 August 1997.

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