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S819 TCL

1998 Moto Guzzi California

Blue Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

20,818 mi
Last recorded20,818 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2018
Typical for 1998 Moto Guzzi California26,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS819 TCL
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2018 20,818 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2018 20,818 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable incorrect rotation (5.2.3 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 19,296 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 17,815 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 15,432 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 14,128 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2013 10,707 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 10,707 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 10,251 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 7,120 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 7,018 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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S819 TCL is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California in Blue with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 S819 TCL, 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 S819 TCL registered?

S819 TCL is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 7 September 1998.

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The MOT history for S819 TCL shows 11 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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