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YJ09 FSF

2009 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

17,544 mi
Last recorded17,544 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Moto Guzzi California10,567 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ09 FSF
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 17,544 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2026 17,537 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 16,663 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 16,520 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 16,340 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 16,067 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 16,064 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 11,598 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 6,978 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 4,329 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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YJ09 FSF is a 2009 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2009 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 10,567 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 YJ09 FSF, 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 17 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YJ09 FSF registered?

YJ09 FSF is a 2009 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is YJ09 FSF safe to buy?

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