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HF51 OBY

2001 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

22,984 mi
Last recorded22,984 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Moto Guzzi California16,020 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 OBY
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc
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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 22,984 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 22,010 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2025 22,010 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 May 2024 19,911 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 18,091 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 16,441 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 16,399 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 16,392 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 15,935 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 14,782 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2015 12,678 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 12,678 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 9,332 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2013 6,119 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 6,119 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 26,999 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 26,999 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 26,999 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 26,247 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 24,677 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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HF51 OBY is a 2001 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 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 HF51 OBY, 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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What year was HF51 OBY registered?

HF51 OBY is a 2001 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 27 October 2001.

Is HF51 OBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF51 OBY shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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