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R627 NLJ

1998 Moto Guzzi California

Red Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

44,955 mi
Last recorded44,955 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Moto Guzzi California26,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR627 NLJ
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 44,955 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 41,624 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit aprox 2nn on rear (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2023 40,627 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2023 40,580 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Apr 2022 40,225 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 39,736 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2020 38,705 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 37,936 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 36,647 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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R627 NLJ is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California in Red with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R627 NLJ, 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 R627 NLJ registered?

R627 NLJ is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 10 March 1998.

Is R627 NLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R627 NLJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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