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SL02 AZC

2002 Moto Guzzi California

Red Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,973 mi
Last recorded48,973 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Moto Guzzi California14,118 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL02 AZC
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 48,973 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Slight knock when front forks compressed (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Small hole at silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Steering damper shaft damaged and pitted but damper still effective

Steering stops worn but still effective

Fail 9 May 2025 48,935 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened near legal wear limit (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 47,983 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2023 46,404 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 46,006 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2022 46,006 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2021 45,454 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 42,852 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 37,619 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 36,638 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 15 May 2017 35,555 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 34,478 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2015 30,627 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 29,952 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2013 27,900 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 26,902 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 3 May 2012 26,902 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 May 2011 25,056 miles
Fail 8 May 2010 22,254 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2010 22,254 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 18,916 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 16,882 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 15,290 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 11,875 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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SL02 AZC is a 2002 Moto Guzzi California in Red with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 SL02 AZC, 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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SL02 AZC is a 2002 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 18 May 2002.

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