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R831 FGJ

1997 Moto Guzzi California

Red Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2022
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,512 mi
Last recorded30,512 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2021
Typical for 1997 Moto Guzzi California22,522 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR831 FGJ
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 21 Sep 2021 30,512 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 29,966 miles

Rear springs slight damper effect on sidecar both side

switch units all changed round to suit disabled rider

Pass 27 Aug 2019 27,869 miles

Front and rear brakes have been relocated

Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing Limited damping on rear shocks (5.3.2 (b))

Throttle situated on left hand side

Pass 14 Mar 2012 24,357 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 23,502 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 23,306 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2008 23,215 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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R831 FGJ is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California in Red with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 R831 FGJ, 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 R831 FGJ registered?

R831 FGJ is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 24 September 1997.

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The MOT history for R831 FGJ shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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