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DX03 ECW

2003 Moto Guzzi California

Red Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

22,670 mi
Last recorded22,670 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Moto Guzzi California12,036 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 ECW
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 22,670 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2026 22,657 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Mar 2025 21,295 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 18,147 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2024 18,147 miles

Wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2022 17,224 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 15,973 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 12,374 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit rear pads on legal limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 May 2019 9,364 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2019 9,364 miles

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

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 6,083 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 5,805 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2015 5,685 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 4,955 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 3,893 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 5,395 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 2,840 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 1,602 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 785 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 14,261 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 14,261 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 13,386 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 10,671 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 10,318 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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DX03 ECW is a 2003 Moto Guzzi California in Red with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DX03 ECW, 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 DX03 ECW registered?

DX03 ECW is a 2003 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is DX03 ECW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX03 ECW shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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