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R550 NPR

1998 Moto Guzzi California

Silver Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

30,068 mi
Last recorded30,068 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2022
Typical for 1998 Moto Guzzi California26,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR550 NPR
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2022 30,068 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 29,587 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 29,470 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2020 29,426 miles

Stop lamp not working both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 28,689 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 26,703 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 23,904 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2012 22,914 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2011 22,211 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 21,457 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 20,275 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 18,642 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 17,181 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 15,732 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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R550 NPR is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California in Silver with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R550 NPR, 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 R550 NPR registered?

R550 NPR is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 27 March 1998.

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The MOT history for R550 NPR shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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