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R548 KAE

1998 Moto Guzzi California

Blue Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

14,638 mi
Last recorded14,638 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2017
Typical for 1998 Moto Guzzi California26,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR548 KAE
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2017 14,638 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 14,610 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 14,474 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 13,994 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 12,428 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 11,954 miles

Offside Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 11,401 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 11,397 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2009 10,024 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 9,507 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 9,419 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 9,021 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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R548 KAE is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California in Blue with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 R548 KAE, 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 R548 KAE registered?

R548 KAE is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 15 May 1998.

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The MOT history for R548 KAE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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