MOT Status
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26,265 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front front steering damper rubber bush missing
Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush rear shock absorber lower rubbers deteriorated (5.3.2 (c))
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies Front brake light switch not working (PRS) (1.3.1a)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)
How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi California?
Based on 17,571 MOT tests across 1,608 vehicles.
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R849 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 81%.
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 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 R849 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 R849 LEL registered?
R849 LEL is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 29 August 1997.
Is R849 LEL safe to buy?
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