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GW53 GUZ

2004 Moto Guzzi California

Red Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

24,698 mi
Last recorded24,698 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2024
Typical for 2004 Moto Guzzi California14,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGW53 GUZ
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2024 24,698 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 24,287 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 24,208 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2020 23,502 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 21,602 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2018 16,954 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 15,204 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 14,231 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 11,999 miles

O/S/F Brake hose slightly short

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

Fail 26 Mar 2015 11,999 miles

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

O/S/F Brake hose slightly short

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 10,455 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 8,553 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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GW53 GUZ is a 2004 Moto Guzzi California in Red with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2004 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 14,077 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 GW53 GUZ, 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 22 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GW53 GUZ registered?

GW53 GUZ is a 2004 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 6 February 2004.

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The MOT history for GW53 GUZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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