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R894 FGJ

1997 Moto Guzzi California

Red Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,931 mi
Last recorded14,931 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Moto Guzzi California22,522 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR894 FGJ
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 2 Apr 2026 14,931 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 14,639 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 14,622 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 14,614 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 14,492 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 13,725 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 13,612 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 13,436 miles

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

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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R894 FGJ is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California in Red with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 R894 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 R894 FGJ registered?

R894 FGJ is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 5 September 1997.

Is R894 FGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R894 FGJ shows 8 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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