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Y783 FEL

2001 Moto Guzzi California

Blue Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

21,039 mi
Last recorded21,039 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Moto Guzzi California16,020 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY783 FEL
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 21,039 miles
Fail 27 May 2026 21,022 miles

Nearside Outer Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure sidecar suspension arm. (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2025 19,484 miles
Fail 31 May 2025 19,484 miles

Nearside Front Lower Sidecar structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure securing device missing. (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 19,081 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 19,022 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 18,765 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 18,645 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 18,349 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 18,123 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 17,363 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 17,154 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 16,592 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 15,985 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2012 15,785 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 14,737 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 13,796 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2009 113,516 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 13,213 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 11,921 miles
Pass 16 May 2005 10,890 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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Y783 FEL is a 2001 Moto Guzzi California in Blue with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 Y783 FEL, 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 Y783 FEL registered?

Y783 FEL is a 2001 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 April 2001.

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The MOT history for Y783 FEL shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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