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DX51 VHH

2001 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

5,547 mi
Last recorded5,547 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2025
Typical for 2001 Moto Guzzi California16,020 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX51 VHH
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2025 5,547 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 4,769 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 4,054 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 2,710 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 2,650 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2020 2,650 miles

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak side car shock absorber leaking. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 2,614 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 2,568 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 2,564 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 2,564 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Fuel cap does not fasten securely by a positive means (7.2.2b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 1 Dec 2011 2,469 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 2,426 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 2,323 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 2,169 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 1,720 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 1,708 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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DX51 VHH is a 2001 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 16,020 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 DX51 VHH, 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 25 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DX51 VHH?

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What year was DX51 VHH registered?

DX51 VHH is a 2001 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 19 December 2001.

Is DX51 VHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX51 VHH shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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