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HJ02 YBK

2002 Moto Guzzi California

Red Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

26,646 mi
Last recorded26,646 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2019
Typical for 2002 Moto Guzzi California14,118 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ02 YBK
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc
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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2019 26,646 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2019 26,646 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Steering damper ineffective (2.1.4 (d) (i))

Steering linkage locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

Motorcycle structure has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering lock stop damaged causing damage to frame (6.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Aug 2018 26,518 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2017 25,654 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 25,233 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 24,303 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 24,303 miles

Centre Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Offside Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2013 22,495 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 20,644 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2012 20,644 miles

Centre Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 19,393 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 18,306 miles

Centre Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Centre Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 28 Oct 2010 18,306 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 17,388 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2008 15,931 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 14,341 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 14,341 miles

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

Centre Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

a small cut in rear o/s edge of tyre. puncture repair o/s edge.

Pass 9 Aug 2006 13,020 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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HJ02 YBK is a 2002 Moto Guzzi California in Red with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 YBK, 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 YBK is a 2002 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 25 May 2002.

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