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Y417 UOS

2001 Moto Guzzi California

Maroon Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

35,032 mi
Last recorded35,032 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Moto Guzzi California16,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY417 UOS
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2001
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc
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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 35,032 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 35,032 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 34,985 miles
Fail 30 May 2023 34,982 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2022 34,899 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 34,705 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 34,402 miles

high beam tel.ltale light not working

Fail 26 Mar 2020 34,402 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick worn to metal. (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

high beam tel.ltale light not working

Pass 10 Apr 2019 33,795 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2019 33,795 miles

Fuel cap leaking rubber broken (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Brake lever so insecure that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (e) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 31,775 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 31,775 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 30,509 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2016 29,783 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 28,440 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 27,623 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 27,618 miles

Offside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c) DANGEROUS

Fail 29 May 2013 25,985 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear tyre in the middle of tread has small surface cut!

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 May 2013 25,985 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear tyre in the middle of tread has small surface cut!

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 May 2012 24,114 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2011 19,217 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 16,898 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 16,052 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 14,530 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 13,701 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 12,617 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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Y417 UOS is a 2001 Moto Guzzi California in Maroon with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 Y417 UOS, 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 Y417 UOS registered?

Y417 UOS is a 2001 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 7 June 2001.

Is Y417 UOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y417 UOS shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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