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YC51 FHP

2001 Moto Guzzi California

Blue Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

48,017 mi
Last recorded48,017 miles
Recorded on2 May 2014
Typical for 2001 Moto Guzzi California16,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC51 FHP
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 2 May 2014 48,017 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 2 May 2014 48,017 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 3 May 2013 42,839 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 41,523 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 38,961 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2011 38,961 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2009 36,995 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2009 36,995 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

rear mudguard corroded & cracked may break within the next 6 months

Pass 2 Jul 2008 30,740 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2008 30,728 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake performance not tested (3.3)

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

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 May 2007 24,698 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 24,698 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 May 2006 14,299 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 8,642 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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YC51 FHP is a 2001 Moto Guzzi California in Blue with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YC51 FHP, 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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YC51 FHP is a 2001 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 8 November 2001.

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