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FJ05 GXL

2005 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,691 mi
Last recorded23,691 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Moto Guzzi California10,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 GXL
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 23 Oct 2025 23,691 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 23,691 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 23,688 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 23,404 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 22,870 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 22,270 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 21,728 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 21,466 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 19,059 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 17,590 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 13,609 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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FJ05 GXL is a 2005 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 10,238 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 FJ05 GXL, 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 21 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FJ05 GXL registered?

FJ05 GXL is a 2005 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 7 April 2005.

Is FJ05 GXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ05 GXL shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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