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FJ05 GXU

2005 Moto Guzzi California

Silver Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

9,481 mi
Last recorded9,481 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Moto Guzzi California10,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 GXU
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 9,481 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 9,472 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 7,494 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 7,489 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 30 Jun 2017 7,489 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 7,479 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 May 2015 7,364 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 7,359 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 7,347 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2012 7,341 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 4 May 2011 5,383 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2010 3,677 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 2,878 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 GXU is a 2005 Moto Guzzi California in Silver with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 FJ05 GXU, 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 GXU registered?

FJ05 GXU is a 2005 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 July 2005.

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The MOT history for FJ05 GXU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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