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BD02 VJU

2002 Moto Guzzi California

Red Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

7,948 mi
Last recorded7,948 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Moto Guzzi California14,118 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD02 VJU
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 7,948 miles

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Steering damper slightly loose Bush slightly worn (2.1.4 (d) (i))

Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 7,543 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 7,516 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2023 7,511 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 7,447 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 6,967 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 6,888 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 6,631 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 6,125 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 5,819 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 5,210 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 4,213 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 2,606 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 516 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 7,290 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 7,250 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 7,250 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 7,132 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 6,939 miles

front brake master cylinder has double washers back to back one needs removing

Pass 7 Jul 2008 6,257 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 4,580 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 4,569 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2006 2,840 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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BD02 VJU is a 2002 Moto Guzzi California in Red with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2002 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 14,118 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 BD02 VJU, 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 24 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BD02 VJU registered?

BD02 VJU is a 2002 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 12 July 2002.

Is BD02 VJU safe to buy?

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