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YN05 HHE

2005 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

2,274 mi
Last recorded2,274 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Moto Guzzi California10,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN05 HHE
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 2,274 miles

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush x 4 (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 27 Jun 2025 857 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 71 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 9 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 11,764 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 10,352 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 10,352 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 9,845 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 8,820 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 7,464 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2011 6,569 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 6,548 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 6,347 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 6,347 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Sep 2009 5,101 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 4,325 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 3,384 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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YN05 HHE is a 2005 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2005 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 10,238 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 YN05 HHE, 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 21 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YN05 HHE registered?

YN05 HHE is a 2005 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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