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DU03 BYV

2003 Moto Guzzi California

White Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

15,984 mi
Last recorded15,984 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Moto Guzzi California12,036 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU03 BYV
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 15,984 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2025 15,984 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 15,592 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 15,481 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 15,268 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 15,043 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 15,039 miles

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Aug 2020 14,913 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 14,817 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 14,698 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 14,224 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 12,265 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 11,848 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 11,388 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 11,257 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 11,131 miles

both rear indicators lose

Pass 15 May 2009 11,075 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 10,666 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 8,372 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2006 5,627 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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DU03 BYV is a 2003 Moto Guzzi California in White with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DU03 BYV, 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 DU03 BYV registered?

DU03 BYV is a 2003 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 25 July 2003.

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