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FJ56 RFZ

2006 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

39,041 mi
Last recorded39,041 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Moto Guzzi California7,561 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ56 RFZ
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 39,041 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 38,744 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2024 37,854 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2023 36,743 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2023 36,723 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 35,537 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 33,879 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 30,989 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2019 30,989 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated & play (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 27,857 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 24,687 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2016 22,784 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 19,778 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 17,503 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 16,185 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 14,114 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 7,279 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 6,263 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 3,788 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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FJ56 RFZ is a 2006 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2006 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 7,561 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 FJ56 RFZ, 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 20 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FJ56 RFZ registered?

FJ56 RFZ is a 2006 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 11 September 2006.

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