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S809 RMJ

1998 Moto Guzzi California

Blue Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

35,505 mi
Last recorded35,505 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 Moto Guzzi California26,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS809 RMJ
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 35,505 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 35,409 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 35,272 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 34,754 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 33,202 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 32,155 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 29,666 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 26,533 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 23,874 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 23,874 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nail in front tyre

Pass 11 Aug 2011 20,859 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 17,394 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 17,392 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 27 Jun 2009 11,239 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 9,847 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 8,018 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 7,246 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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S809 RMJ is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California in Blue with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 S809 RMJ, 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 S809 RMJ registered?

S809 RMJ is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 4 August 1998.

Is S809 RMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S809 RMJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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