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DE55 GUZ

2006 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

2,954 mi
Last recorded2,954 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Moto Guzzi California7,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 GUZ
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 2,954 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 20,338 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 20,235 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 20,022 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2022 19,488 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2020 19,170 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 18,341 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2018 16,942 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 15,971 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 14,955 miles

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

Sidecar wheel bearings are slightly rough (5.2.3d)

Fail 5 May 2016 14,955 miles

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

Rear reflector on sidecar missing (1.4.1)

Sidecar wheel bearings are slightly rough (5.2.3d)

Pass 9 May 2015 13,786 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 12,410 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 10,325 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 7,920 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 May 2012 7,920 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 6,754 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 5,194 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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DE55 GUZ is a 2006 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2006 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 7,561 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 DE55 GUZ, 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 20 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DE55 GUZ registered?

DE55 GUZ is a 2006 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 5 April 2006.

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