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R897 CNE

1998 Moto Guzzi California

Blue Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

29,080 mi
Last recorded29,080 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2020
Typical for 1998 Moto Guzzi California26,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR897 CNE
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2020 29,080 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 29,075 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 29,024 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 28,911 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 28,129 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 28,048 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 27,773 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 27,300 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2009 27,300 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 26,679 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 26,167 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 24,391 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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R897 CNE is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California in Blue with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 R897 CNE, 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 R897 CNE registered?

R897 CNE is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 February 1998.

Is R897 CNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R897 CNE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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