MOT Status
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49,418 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Rear Brake component insecure lock nut not tight (1.1.21 (c))
Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2MM (4.1.3(ii))
Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8MM (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2MM (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8MM (4.1.3(ii))
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi California?
Based on 17,571 MOT tests across 1,608 vehicles.
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R717 NRU is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California in Grey with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
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 R717 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 R717 NRU registered?
R717 NRU is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 2 April 1998.
Is R717 NRU safe to buy?
The MOT history for R717 NRU shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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