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R456 TUM

1998 Moto Guzzi California

Blue Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,293 mi
Last recorded32,293 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2023
Typical for 1998 Moto Guzzi California26,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR456 TUM
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2023 32,293 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2023 32,286 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jul 2022 31,138 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 28,053 miles

Nearside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort with brake control 2 (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 23,892 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

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

Fail 11 Sep 2019 23,892 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2018 21,533 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 17,969 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 15,922 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2016 15,922 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 15,696 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 14 May 2014 14,952 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 12,800 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 12,596 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 12,238 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 11,576 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 11,291 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 11,026 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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R456 TUM is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California in Blue with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R456 TUM, 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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R456 TUM is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 4 June 1998.

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The MOT history for R456 TUM shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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