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YE03 UOS

2003 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

33,264 mi
Last recorded33,264 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Moto Guzzi California12,036 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE03 UOS
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 33,264 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 33,209 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 33,196 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2018 32,632 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 32,280 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2015 31,835 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 30,503 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 30,503 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 26,419 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 25,896 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 17 Aug 2011 25,896 miles

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

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2010 24,908 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 22,365 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 18 Aug 2009 22,365 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 8 Apr 2008 18,736 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 18,736 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 14,015 miles

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 Mar 2006 8,002 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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YE03 UOS is a 2003 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 12,036 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 YE03 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 23 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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YE03 UOS is a 2003 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 May 2003.

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