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Y402 OVL

2001 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

16,518 mi
Last recorded16,518 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Moto Guzzi California16,020 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY402 OVL
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 16,518 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 16,060 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 15,906 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 14,736 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 14,143 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2014 13,744 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2014 13,744 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 13,243 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 13,070 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 11,794 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 11,225 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 9,687 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 8,942 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 7,946 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 6,980 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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Y402 OVL is a 2001 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2001 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 16,020 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 Y402 OVL, 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 25 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y402 OVL registered?

Y402 OVL is a 2001 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 June 2001.

Is Y402 OVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y402 OVL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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