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S3 PPL

1998 Moto Guzzi California

White Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,307 mi
Last recorded33,307 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Moto Guzzi California26,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS3 PPL
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 33,307 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 31,473 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 29,386 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 28,361 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 1 Aug 2023 28,361 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 27,766 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 27,240 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 27,123 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 26,648 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 25,701 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 19,879 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 19,149 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2016 19,149 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 19,078 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 17,923 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 17,161 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 16,541 miles

advise front brak travl

Fail 23 Apr 2012 16,541 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

advise front brak travl

Pass 26 Apr 2011 15,516 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 15,068 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 13,457 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 11,166 miles

Slight damage to front wheel rim near side.

Pass 23 Apr 2007 10,246 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 7,977 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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S3 PPL is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California in White with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 S3 PPL, 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 S3 PPL registered?

S3 PPL is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S3 PPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S3 PPL shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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