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MV05 DGF

2005 Moto Guzzi California

Blue Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,459 mi
Last recorded37,459 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Moto Guzzi California10,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV05 DGF
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 37,459 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2026 37,459 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 37,459 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2020 37,447 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 May 2019 36,055 miles

Offside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2018 36,055 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber slightly loose (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2017 28,449 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 23,533 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 22,080 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 22,080 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 22,080 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2014 22,080 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 20,955 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Apr 2013 20,924 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Fail 24 Apr 2012 19,101 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 19,101 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 14,956 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 12,519 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 11,176 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 7,101 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 7,101 miles

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

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

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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MV05 DGF is a 2005 Moto Guzzi California in Blue with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 10,238 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 MV05 DGF, 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 21 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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MV05 DGF is a 2005 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 5 July 2005.

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