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Y407 TVP

2001 Moto Guzzi California

Red Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

63,946 mi
Last recorded63,946 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2022
Typical for 2001 Moto Guzzi California16,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY407 TVP
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2022 63,946 miles

Steering linkage deformed but serviceable freeplay in head stock (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2022 63,944 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))

Steering linkage deformed but serviceable freeplay in head stock (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 63,828 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 May 2019 63,506 miles

bolt missing rear back rest

tyre pressures very low

Pass 17 Apr 2018 62,446 miles

both fork extensions slightly pitted

Pass 21 Apr 2017 62,113 miles

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

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. fork legs are pitted (2.3.1)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded front central and rear of bike is corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired one of the two bulbs not working (1.3.3a)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 61,076 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. front forks slightly pitted (2.3.1)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 2 Oct 2015 61,074 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2014 59,867 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Fail 3 Sep 2014 59,867 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 58,440 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 16 Sep 2013 58,440 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2012 56,727 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder has a slightly worn master cylinder pivot. (3.2.B5)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 54,437 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 48,721 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 47,307 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

handle bar grips wearing through

Pass 2 Nov 2007 38,454 miles

l/h exhaust mount bracket cracked

l/h hand grip wearing thin

Pass 25 Oct 2006 32,645 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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Y407 TVP is a 2001 Moto Guzzi California in Red with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 Y407 TVP, 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 Y407 TVP registered?

Y407 TVP is a 2001 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 10 April 2001.

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