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HF51 OCJ

2001 Moto Guzzi California

Blue Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

6,583 mi
Last recorded6,583 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Moto Guzzi California16,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 OCJ
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 6,583 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 3,422 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 1,579 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2022 56,025 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 54,396 miles

Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both sides lower (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 50,741 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 49,611 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 49,522 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 45,945 miles

Front Tyre, slight cracking on side wall

Rear Tyre slightly perished

Pass 25 Sep 2015 44,522 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 42,730 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 41,066 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 41,066 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2012 39,307 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 37,835 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 37,834 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 33,688 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2009 29,703 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 Nov 2008 26,158 miles

Front tyre at 1mm

Pass 28 Nov 2007 22,013 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2007 22,009 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c) DANGEROUS

Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Nov 2006 15,675 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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HF51 OCJ is a 2001 Moto Guzzi California in Blue with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2001 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 16,020 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 HF51 OCJ, 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 25 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HF51 OCJ registered?

HF51 OCJ is a 2001 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is HF51 OCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF51 OCJ 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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