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R74 FCT

1998 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

29,960 mi
Last recorded29,960 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2020
Typical for 1998 Moto Guzzi California26,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR74 FCT
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2020 29,960 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 29,654 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 29,174 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 28,824 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 28,061 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2012 28,061 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 5 May 2011 27,950 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 25,318 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 21,621 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 20,532 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 18,775 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Oct 2005 14,288 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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R74 FCT is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 R74 FCT, 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 R74 FCT registered?

R74 FCT is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 20 February 1998.

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The MOT history for R74 FCT shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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