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BU02 UWJ

2002 Moto Guzzi Nevada

Purple Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2,852 mi
Last recorded2,852 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Moto Guzzi Nevada3,502 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 UWJ
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelNevada
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 2,852 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2026 2,852 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2025 970 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 792 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 400 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 9 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014 3,603 miles

Centre Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Offside Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 3,603 miles

Centre Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 3,400 miles

Centre Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 14 Jun 2013 3,381 miles

Nearside Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Centre Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 3,246 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 18 Jun 2012 3,231 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 24 Jun 2011 3,075 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2011 3,075 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2006 2,812 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi Nevada?

Based on 1,034 MOT tests across 112 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
473
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 3
reflector on motorcycle missing 3
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BU02 UWJ is a 2002 Moto Guzzi Nevada in Purple with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Moto Guzzi Nevada models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 3,502 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 Nevada fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU02 UWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Moto Guzzi Nevada typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 24 years old, this Moto Guzzi Nevada is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU02 UWJ registered?

BU02 UWJ is a 2002 Moto Guzzi Nevada, first registered on 21 May 2002.

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The MOT history for BU02 UWJ shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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