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R654 PAU

1997 Moto Guzzi California

Silver Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,789 mi
Last recorded18,789 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Moto Guzzi California22,522 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR654 PAU
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2026 18,789 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 18,246 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 18,145 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 17,819 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 17,721 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 17,312 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 17,301 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 17,110 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 15,990 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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R654 PAU is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California in Silver with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R654 PAU, 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 R654 PAU registered?

R654 PAU is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 19 September 1997.

Is R654 PAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R654 PAU shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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