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YE52 GUZ

2003 Moto Guzzi California

Red Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

11,885 mi
Last recorded11,885 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Moto Guzzi California12,036 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE52 GUZ
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 11,885 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort front brake opperates RH disc (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Shock bump stop rubbers U/S.

Pass 3 Oct 2024 10,754 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2023 7,422 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2022 6,501 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 3,531 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 3,170 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 1,991 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 1,381 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 1,314 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 1,194 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 1,122 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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YE52 GUZ is a 2003 Moto Guzzi California in Red with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 YE52 GUZ, 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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What year was YE52 GUZ registered?

YE52 GUZ is a 2003 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is YE52 GUZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE52 GUZ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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