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HJ02 VYN

2002 Moto Guzzi California

Red Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

44,344 mi
Last recorded44,344 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2021
Typical for 2002 Moto Guzzi California14,118 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ02 VYN
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2021 44,344 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 44,123 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 43,542 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 42,712 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Front wheel bearing sounds slightly rough (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear mudguard is slightly corroded but still solid (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2018 42,712 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Front wheel bearing sounds slightly rough (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear mudguard is slightly corroded but still solid (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2017 41,559 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

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

Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 40,881 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2015 40,881 miles

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

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

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

Fail 18 Jun 2015 40,860 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

front mudguard missing from machine

Pass 27 Sep 2010 38,303 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 35,446 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 32,304 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2007 26,640 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 20,364 miles

headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

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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HJ02 VYN is a 2002 Moto Guzzi California in Red with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2002 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 14,118 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 HJ02 VYN, 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 24 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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HJ02 VYN is a 2002 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 14 June 2002.

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