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YA05 SWJ

2005 Moto Guzzi California

White Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

20,939 mi
Last recorded20,939 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Moto Guzzi California10,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA05 SWJ
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 20,939 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2025 20,939 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 19,080 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2023 18,267 miles

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

Front Front brake line slightly rubbing on frame guard

Pass 10 Aug 2022 17,473 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2021 16,556 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2021 16,065 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 15,887 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 15,293 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2016 14,298 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 12,916 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 12,226 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 11,422 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 10,145 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 8,231 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2010 8,226 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2009 7,384 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 5,265 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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YA05 SWJ is a 2005 Moto Guzzi California in White with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 10,238 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 YA05 SWJ, 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 21 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YA05 SWJ registered?

YA05 SWJ is a 2005 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 July 2005.

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