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S984 XOX

1998 Moto Guzzi California

Grey Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

71,828 mi
Last recorded71,828 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Moto Guzzi California26,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS984 XOX
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 71,828 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 70,539 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 69,061 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 66,335 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 64,690 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 64,278 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 62,943 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 61,411 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 60,480 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2017 60,480 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 21 May 2016 59,066 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 57,664 miles
Fail 30 May 2015 57,664 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 56,495 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2014 56,495 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 56,315 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 55,906 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 54,623 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 52,879 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 49,160 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 45,344 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 40,510 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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S984 XOX is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California in Grey with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1998 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 26,088 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 S984 XOX, 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 S984 XOX registered?

S984 XOX is a 1998 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S984 XOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S984 XOX shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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