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RA51 GUZ

2002 Moto Guzzi California

Silver Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

28,461 mi
Last recorded28,461 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Moto Guzzi California14,118 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA51 GUZ
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 28,461 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 27,479 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 27,447 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 27,228 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 27,206 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 27,138 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2018 27,008 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 26,947 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 26,900 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 26,882 miles

l/h grip loose

Pass 14 Apr 2014 26,821 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 26,531 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 23,351 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2010 20,571 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2009 16,381 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 13,183 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2007 10,514 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 10,514 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 7,679 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2005 5,304 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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RA51 GUZ is a 2002 Moto Guzzi California in Silver with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 RA51 GUZ, 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.

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What year was RA51 GUZ registered?

RA51 GUZ is a 2002 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 September 2002.

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