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Y844 HOD

2001 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

7,410 mi
Last recorded7,410 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Moto Guzzi California16,020 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY844 HOD
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 7,410 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 7,347 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2025 7,342 miles

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested Headlamp not working (4.1.2 (b))

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2024 7,287 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2024 7,264 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel Brake Control 2 will not operate rear brake (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jul 2018 7,139 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 7,104 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 6,859 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 6,624 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 6,240 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 6,082 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 6,047 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 5,756 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 5,004 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 4,825 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2008 4,766 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 4,766 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 4,669 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 2,276 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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Y844 HOD is a 2001 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 Y844 HOD, 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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Y844 HOD is a 2001 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 July 2001.

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