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RA02 AYJ

2002 Moto Guzzi California

Red Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

16,856 mi
Last recorded16,856 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Moto Guzzi California14,118 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA02 AYJ
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 16,856 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 16,616 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 16,471 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 16,158 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 15,275 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 12,357 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 11,178 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 10,784 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 8,659 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 8,448 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 7,867 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 7,614 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 7,466 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 7,466 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 7,218 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 6,714 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 6 Aug 2007 5,955 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 4,585 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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RA02 AYJ 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 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RA02 AYJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RA02 AYJ registered?

RA02 AYJ is a 2002 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 17 May 2002.

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The MOT history for RA02 AYJ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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