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S131 NJR

1998 Moto Guzzi California

Blue Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

27,907 mi
Last recorded27,907 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2020
Typical for 1998 Moto Guzzi California26,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS131 NJR
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2020 27,907 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2020 27,907 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 27,576 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 26,887 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 26,355 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2016 26,126 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 25,824 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 25,509 miles

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 24,547 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 24,120 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 23,629 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 23,074 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2011 23,074 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2010 22,039 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Jan 2009 21,006 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2009 21,006 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 20,499 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2008 20,499 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Jan 2007 19,136 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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S131 NJR is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California in Blue with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 S131 NJR, 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 S131 NJR registered?

S131 NJR is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 16 December 1998.

Is S131 NJR safe to buy?

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