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S388 JRS

1998 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,838 mi
Last recorded42,838 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2021
Typical for 1998 Moto Guzzi California26,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS388 JRS
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2021 42,838 miles

Front front brakes slight binding

Pass 5 Sep 2016 41,839 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 May 2015 41,618 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 41,573 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 40,268 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 39,752 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 38,088 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 34,731 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 29,409 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 29,409 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 26,017 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 21,760 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2007 21,756 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Lower Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2006 17,779 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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S388 JRS is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 S388 JRS, 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 S388 JRS registered?

S388 JRS is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S388 JRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for S388 JRS shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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