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T779 RFG

1999 Moto Guzzi California

Red Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

31,614 mi
Last recorded31,614 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Moto Guzzi California21,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT779 RFG
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 31,614 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2025 31,265 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Sep 2024 30,799 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 27,973 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2022 24,391 miles

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 21,461 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 21,225 miles

Front SLIGHT CRACKING ON FRONT TYRE

Front SLIGHT PLAY IN HEAD SOCK BEARING

Fail 9 Jul 2020 21,225 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front SLIGHT CRACKING ON FRONT TYRE

Front SLIGHT PLAY IN HEAD SOCK BEARING

Pass 10 May 2018 20,279 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 19,709 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 19,552 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 19,507 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 19,099 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2009 18,859 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 18,398 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Mar 2007 17,537 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 15,083 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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T779 RFG is a 1999 Moto Guzzi California in Red with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1999 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 21,685 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 T779 RFG, 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 27 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T779 RFG registered?

T779 RFG is a 1999 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 19 March 1999.

Is T779 RFG safe to buy?

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