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YJ51 MLK

2001 Moto Guzzi California

White Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

39,726 mi
Last recorded39,726 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2013
Typical for 2001 Moto Guzzi California16,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ51 MLK
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2013 39,726 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 39,709 miles

Indicator flash rate on minimum limit

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 15 Aug 2012 39,709 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

indicators flash borderline too slow

front tyre pressure very low when presented for test

Pass 19 Apr 2011 38,643 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 36,549 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 34,676 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 31,024 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 26,683 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 22,790 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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YJ51 MLK is a 2001 Moto Guzzi California in White with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 YJ51 MLK, 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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YJ51 MLK is a 2001 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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