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R912 FDE

1997 Moto Guzzi California

Blue Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

72,652 mi
Last recorded72,652 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Moto Guzzi California22,522 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR912 FDE
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 72,652 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 72,628 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 72,306 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 71,975 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 71,738 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 69,456 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 7 Feb 2012 66,745 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2012 66,745 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Feb 2011 63,926 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 60,445 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 53,047 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 Feb 2006 47,263 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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R912 FDE is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California in Blue with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R912 FDE, 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 R912 FDE registered?

R912 FDE is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 15 September 1997.

Is R912 FDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R912 FDE 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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