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OU04 DFC

2004 Moto Guzzi California

Red Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

27,919 mi
Last recorded27,919 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Moto Guzzi California14,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU04 DFC
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 27,919 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Slight Drive shaft/Axle oil weep

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 27,576 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 27,232 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 27,142 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 26,741 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 26,441 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2020 26,441 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 May 2019 25,732 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 25,015 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 13,715 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 May 2016 13,715 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 13,715 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))

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

Fail 3 Jul 2014 20,606 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 20,606 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 13,604 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2012 13,000 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 12,885 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 12,885 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 12,866 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2009 12,857 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 10,165 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 8,641 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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OU04 DFC is a 2004 Moto Guzzi California in Red with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 OU04 DFC, 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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OU04 DFC is a 2004 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 9 March 2004.

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