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R841 LEL

1997 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

32,477 mi
Last recorded32,477 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Moto Guzzi California22,522 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR841 LEL
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc
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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 32,477 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 32,433 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 32,149 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 31,825 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 31,494 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 31,488 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 31,436 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 31,315 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 30,597 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 29,938 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 28,893 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 28,607 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 28,200 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 27,855 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside 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 30 Jan 2010 26,507 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 23,649 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 19,283 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 16,885 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 14,802 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 14,725 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2005 14,725 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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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R841 LEL is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 R841 LEL, 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 R841 LEL registered?

R841 LEL is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 13 August 1997.

Is R841 LEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R841 LEL shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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