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GN53 KVW

2003 Moto Guzzi California

Silver Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

13,475 mi
Last recorded13,475 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Moto Guzzi California12,036 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 KVW
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 13,475 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 13,237 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2025 13,237 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 13,153 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 13,014 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 12,434 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 12,434 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 May 2013 12,297 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 12,297 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Fail 14 May 2012 12,180 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 14 May 2012 12,180 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 11,367 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 10,706 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 10,706 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 9,464 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 4,746 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2006 2,376 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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GN53 KVW is a 2003 Moto Guzzi California in Silver with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2003 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 12,036 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 GN53 KVW, 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 23 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GN53 KVW registered?

GN53 KVW is a 2003 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 9 October 2003.

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