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R719 NRU

1998 Moto Guzzi California

Blue Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,848 mi
Last recorded63,848 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2014
Typical for 1998 Moto Guzzi California26,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR719 NRU
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2014 63,848 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 63,654 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 63,529 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 12,099 miles

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 10,999 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 10,650 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2009 10,650 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.3a)

Fail 1 Apr 2008 10,640 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2007 10,228 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2006 8,712 miles

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

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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R719 NRU is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California in Blue with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R719 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 R719 NRU registered?

R719 NRU is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 21 April 1998.

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