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NK53 TAV

2004 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,362 mi
Last recorded22,362 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Moto Guzzi California14,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 TAV
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 22,362 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2025 22,161 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 22,149 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

front and rear wheels have corrosion on alloy wheels by the spoke adjusters

Pass 5 Sep 2022 22,134 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 5 Sep 2022 22,134 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 22,125 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 21,483 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 19,650 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 19,141 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 18,631 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2015 18,631 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2014 17,014 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 11,878 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Sep 2013 11,878 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2012 11,878 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 7,363 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 6,981 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 6,676 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 6,055 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2008 5,251 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 3,076 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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NK53 TAV is a 2004 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 14,077 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 NK53 TAV, 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 22 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was NK53 TAV registered?

NK53 TAV is a 2004 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 February 2004.

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