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R640 TJC

1997 Moto Guzzi California

Silver Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

28,359 mi
Last recorded28,359 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2020
Typical for 1997 Moto Guzzi California22,522 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR640 TJC
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2020 28,359 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2019 27,430 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 27,210 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 26,759 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 26,575 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 26,575 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2015 25,602 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 24,170 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 23,185 miles

N/S hand grip worn

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

Pass 11 May 2012 22,388 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 21,099 miles

Rear tyre just legal 1mm

Pass 21 May 2010 19,435 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2009 18,414 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 18,362 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 12 Oct 2005 17,434 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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R640 TJC is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California in Silver with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 R640 TJC, 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 R640 TJC registered?

R640 TJC is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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