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FJ56 RGZ

2006 Moto Guzzi California

Silver Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

20,584 mi
Last recorded20,584 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 2006 Moto Guzzi California7,561 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ56 RGZ
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 20,584 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 13,812 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 13,719 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 13,581 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2024 13,581 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 13,580 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2022 12,868 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 12,212 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 11,808 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2019 10,488 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 9,203 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 8,748 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 8,748 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2016 8,655 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 8,053 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 5,463 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 4,790 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 3,984 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 3,984 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 2,267 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 Feb 2011 2,267 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010

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 RGZ is a 2006 Moto Guzzi California in Silver with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 FJ56 RGZ, 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 RGZ registered?

FJ56 RGZ is a 2006 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 5 October 2006.

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