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R49 VEC

1997 Moto Guzzi California

Blue Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

34,792 mi
Last recorded34,792 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2018
Typical for 1997 Moto Guzzi California22,522 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR49 VEC
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2018 34,792 miles

front tyre sidewall starting to crack

Pass 30 Aug 2017 34,579 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 34,411 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 34,136 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 8 Aug 2014 33,137 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 33,137 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 31,213 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 30,722 miles

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 29,915 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 29,659 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Steering stop work but only just.

Pass 4 May 2007 29,512 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 29,512 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 7 Feb 2006 28,985 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2006 28,985 miles

Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.4)

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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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R49 VEC is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California in Blue with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 R49 VEC, 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 R49 VEC registered?

R49 VEC is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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