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FJ04 EYD

2004 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,238 mi
Last recorded24,238 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 2004 Moto Guzzi California14,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ04 EYD
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 24,238 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 23,898 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2023 23,554 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2021 23,174 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 21,925 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 21,212 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 20,735 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2018 20,735 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Sep 2018 20,735 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 19,623 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2015 19,266 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 18,846 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2013 16,926 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 16,926 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 15,795 miles

Exhaust collector box rear welds split

Pass 11 Nov 2010 15,053 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 12,018 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2007 10,633 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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FJ04 EYD is a 2004 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 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 14,077 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 FJ04 EYD, 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 22 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FJ04 EYD registered?

FJ04 EYD is a 2004 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 28 May 2004.

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The MOT history for FJ04 EYD shows 18 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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