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HF04 KFW

2004 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

19,197 mi
Last recorded19,197 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Moto Guzzi California14,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF04 KFW
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc
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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 19,197 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 19,023 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak n/s front and o/s rear

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both shock bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2024 19,023 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak n/s front and o/s rear

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both shock bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 18,888 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 18,571 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2022 18,571 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2021 18,255 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 17,835 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 17,601 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 17,296 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 17,089 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 17,089 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 16,025 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 15,121 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 13,679 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 13,116 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 12,281 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 11,232 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 10,180 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 8,547 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 7,074 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 2,478 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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HF04 KFW is a 2004 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 HF04 KFW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HF04 KFW registered?

HF04 KFW is a 2004 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 May 2004.

Is HF04 KFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF04 KFW shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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