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HF53 LUO

2003 Moto Guzzi California

Maroon Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2022
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

17,817 mi
Last recorded17,817 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Moto Guzzi California12,036 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 LUO
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2003
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2021 17,817 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2021 17,814 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 17,632 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 17,089 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 17,089 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 16,728 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 16,728 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Lower Brake locking device missing "R" clip missing ! (3.2.A1e)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 15,762 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 15,762 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 15,714 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 15,242 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 13,959 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 12,267 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 12,667 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 4 May 2011 10,857 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2011 10,857 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Offside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2010 7,435 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 6,241 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 6,241 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2008 4,382 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 4,171 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2006 4,118 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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HF53 LUO is a 2003 Moto Guzzi California in Maroon with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 HF53 LUO, 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 HF53 LUO registered?

HF53 LUO is a 2003 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 15 November 2003.

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