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R533 RSA

1998 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,562 mi
Last recorded14,562 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2025
Typical for 1998 Moto Guzzi California26,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR533 RSA
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2025 14,562 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 13,527 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 13,351 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2018 13,135 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2018 13,135 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2016 12,213 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 22,604 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2015 22,604 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Fail 18 Jul 2013 22,598 miles

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 22,536 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 10,053 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 9,659 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 7,706 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 6,583 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 20,675 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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R533 RSA is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R533 RSA, 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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What year was R533 RSA registered?

R533 RSA is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is R533 RSA safe to buy?

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