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BU03 UKX

2003 Moto Guzzi California

Red Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

18,859 mi
Last recorded18,859 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Moto Guzzi California12,036 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 UKX
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 18,859 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2024 18,841 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2022 18,833 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2018 17,722 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2017 17,722 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 15 Aug 2017 17,722 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2016 17,722 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 17,722 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2014 17,722 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Sep 2014 17,722 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2013 17,722 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 17,722 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 17,722 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 17,722 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2010 17,722 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 May 2009 17,725 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 11 Apr 2009 17,722 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2008 17,722 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2008 17,722 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2007 16,919 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2007 16,823 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 25 Mar 2006 13,247 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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BU03 UKX is a 2003 Moto Guzzi California in Red with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 BU03 UKX, 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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BU03 UKX is a 2003 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 April 2003.

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