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S370 RJC

1998 Moto Guzzi California

Blue Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

54,163 mi
Last recorded54,163 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Moto Guzzi California26,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS370 RJC
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 54,163 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 50,656 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 50,320 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 49,480 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2022 49,341 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 47,643 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 46,409 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2020 46,408 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 46,297 miles

rear tyre slightly mishaped

Fail 19 Mar 2019 46,288 miles

Stop lamp not working rear control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

rear tyre slightly mishaped

Pass 15 Mar 2018 45,520 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 44,338 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 42,578 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 42,314 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 41,959 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 40,098 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 40,095 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 40,095 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 38,914 miles

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

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

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

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 36,170 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 34,562 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 34,336 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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S370 RJC is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California in Blue 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 S370 RJC, 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 S370 RJC registered?

S370 RJC is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 9 September 1998.

Is S370 RJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S370 RJC shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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