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SG04 GUZ

2005 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

14,420 mi
Last recorded14,420 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Moto Guzzi California10,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG04 GUZ
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2018 14,420 miles

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Fail 22 Mar 2018 14,420 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 11,890 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 9,065 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 8,967 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 8,192 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 7,144 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 6,091 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 6,047 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 5,875 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 5,161 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 4,196 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 1,955 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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SG04 GUZ is a 2005 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2005 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 10,238 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 SG04 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 21 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SG04 GUZ registered?

SG04 GUZ is a 2005 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 26 January 2005.

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