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R670 PAU

1997 Moto Guzzi California

Grey Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

29,688 mi
Last recorded29,688 miles
Recorded on6 May 2022
Typical for 1997 Moto Guzzi California22,522 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR670 PAU
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2022 29,688 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 28,181 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2019 24,735 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 20,447 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 18,436 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 18,374 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2016 18,374 miles

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

Headlamp aim too far to the right Headlight glass twisted. (1.6)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 18,300 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2014 18,149 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 18,149 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 18,015 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 17,684 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 17,030 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 16,675 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2010 16,668 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 16,011 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 15,299 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 12,492 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2006 10,535 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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R670 PAU is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California in Grey with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 R670 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 R670 PAU registered?

R670 PAU is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 15 September 1997.

Is R670 PAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R670 PAU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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