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AY53 EUZ

2003 Moto Guzzi California

Silver Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

7,488 mi
Last recorded7,488 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Moto Guzzi California12,036 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 EUZ
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2025 7,488 miles

Gear linkage worn

Pass 26 Mar 2024 7,448 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 7,408 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 7,355 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 7,331 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 7,316 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2019 7,316 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 7,294 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 7,270 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 7,146 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 6,909 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 6,897 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 5,346 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 3,770 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 3,615 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2008 3,113 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 2,703 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 1,892 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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AY53 EUZ is a 2003 Moto Guzzi California in Silver with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2003 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 12,036 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 AY53 EUZ, 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 23 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AY53 EUZ registered?

AY53 EUZ is a 2003 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 14 October 2003.

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The MOT history for AY53 EUZ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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