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YJ54 AKO

2004 Moto Guzzi California

Grey Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

18,422 mi
Last recorded18,422 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Moto Guzzi California14,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ54 AKO
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 18,422 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 17,901 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2022 16,761 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 16,728 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 May 2020 16,544 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))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 May 2020 16,544 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))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 16,281 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 May 2018 14,077 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 11,509 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 6,413 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 5,135 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 5,135 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 4,732 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 4,022 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 2,748 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 298 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 298 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2010 110 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 14,145 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 12,290 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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YJ54 AKO is a 2004 Moto Guzzi California in Grey with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2004 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 14,077 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 YJ54 AKO, 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 22 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YJ54 AKO registered?

YJ54 AKO is a 2004 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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