MOT Status
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47,390 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
Front tyre perished
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear brake caliper effort poor
Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS
Rear brake caliper effort poor
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R83 DJS is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California in Green with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.
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 R83 DJS, 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 R83 DJS registered?
R83 DJS is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 7 April 1998.
Is R83 DJS safe to buy?
The MOT history for R83 DJS shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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