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R570 AKM

1998 Moto Guzzi California

Blue Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

38,629 mi
Last recorded38,629 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2025
Typical for 1998 Moto Guzzi California26,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR570 AKM
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2025 38,629 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 38,526 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 37,596 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 May 2021 34,260 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 34,244 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2019 34,244 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 May 2018 33,998 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 33,613 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 30,750 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 27,109 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 25,501 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2008 23,824 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 20,304 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 18,664 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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R570 AKM is a 1998 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 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 R570 AKM, 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 R570 AKM registered?

R570 AKM is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 21 May 1998.

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The MOT history for R570 AKM 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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