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R714 NRU

1998 Moto Guzzi California

Blue Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,238 mi
Last recorded22,238 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Moto Guzzi California26,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR714 NRU
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 22,238 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2025 22,238 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 21,628 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2008 18,582 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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R714 NRU is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California in Blue with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 R714 NRU, 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 R714 NRU registered?

R714 NRU is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 17 April 1998.

Is R714 NRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R714 NRU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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