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RX53 YBB

2003 Moto Guzzi California

Red Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

9,514 mi
Last recorded9,514 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Moto Guzzi California12,036 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 YBB
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 9,514 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 9,170 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 8,415 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 7,947 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 7,286 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 6,329 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 5,465 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 4,246 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 3,162 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 1,121 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 1,035 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 579 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 8,309 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 8,095 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 8,081 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 8,081 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 Feb 2011 6,699 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 6,511 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 4 Sep 2008 6,261 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 4,791 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 4,791 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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RX53 YBB is a 2003 Moto Guzzi California in Red with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 RX53 YBB, 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.

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What year was RX53 YBB registered?

RX53 YBB is a 2003 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 9 October 2003.

Is RX53 YBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 YBB shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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