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S296 MFP

1998 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

48,920 mi
Last recorded48,920 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Moto Guzzi California26,088 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS296 MFP
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 48,920 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 48,103 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 46,950 miles

Nearside Wheel bearing has slight play sidecar (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2023 46,950 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Wheel bearing has slight play sidecar (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 46,825 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2021 46,825 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 46,465 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 45,263 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 44,760 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 42,255 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 41,320 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 41,320 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 41,210 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 41,153 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 40,781 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 40,630 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 8 Jun 2010 40,244 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 40,244 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 39,753 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 39,361 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2007 38,988 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 37,840 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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S296 MFP is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 S296 MFP, 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 S296 MFP registered?

S296 MFP is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 14 August 1998.

Is S296 MFP safe to buy?

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