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R56 CJA

1998 Moto Guzzi California

Red Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

30,654 mi
Last recorded30,654 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Moto Guzzi California26,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR56 CJA
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 30,654 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 11 Jul 2025 30,654 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 29,758 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2023 28,608 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 27,440 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2022 27,440 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2021 26,941 miles

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

cant see rear brake fluid level

Pass 7 Jul 2020 26,008 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 25,795 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 25,433 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 24,693 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2016 24,687 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 24,151 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2014 23,614 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 23,082 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 23,082 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 22,936 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 22,398 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 21,978 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 21,530 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 21,418 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 20,680 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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R56 CJA is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California in Red with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R56 CJA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R56 CJA registered?

R56 CJA is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R56 CJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R56 CJA shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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