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R639 LHC

1997 Moto Guzzi California

Grey Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

23,552 mi
Last recorded23,552 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Moto Guzzi California22,522 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR639 LHC
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 23,552 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 23,546 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 23,393 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 23,342 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 22,376 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 21,951 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 20,738 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 19,928 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 19,928 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2017 13,584 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 12,642 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 11,476 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2015 11,476 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 10,839 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 12 Jun 2014 10,839 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 May 2013 9,898 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 9,022 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 8,340 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 7,897 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 7,082 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 6,276 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 4,636 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2006 4,524 miles

Front Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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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R639 LHC is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California in Grey with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1997 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 22,522 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 R639 LHC, 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 29 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R639 LHC registered?

R639 LHC is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 8 October 1997.

Is R639 LHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R639 LHC shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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