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OY53 UNW

2003 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

27,487 mi
Last recorded27,487 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Moto Guzzi California12,036 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 UNW
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 27,487 miles
Fail 1 May 2026 27,482 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 27,468 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 27,232 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 26,852 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 26,526 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2019 26,165 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 25,900 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))

Pass 20 Jul 2016 25,900 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 25,800 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 23,948 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2013 22,136 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2012 19,492 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2011 15,750 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 15,750 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 12,564 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 9,035 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 5,119 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2007 1,105 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 1,105 miles

Steering linkage has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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OY53 UNW is a 2003 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2003 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 12,036 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 OY53 UNW, 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 23 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OY53 UNW registered?

OY53 UNW is a 2003 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 4 December 2003.

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