CarVerify

Free Car Check

H117 GBD

2005 Moto Guzzi California III

Black Petrol 949cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

15,085 mi
Last recorded15,085 miles
Recorded on18 May 2024
4 checks still locked for this Moto Guzzi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationH117 GBD
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia III
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine949cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 May 2024 15,085 miles

Front and rear tyres perishing on side walls

Rear Brake pedal has little reserve travel

Pass 17 Jan 2023 15,050 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 699 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 699 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 14 Jun 2019 699 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2019 699 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 699 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2018 699 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 699 miles

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

Silencers slightly loose

Pass 22 Jun 2016 699 miles

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

Silencer slightly loose

Fail 22 Jun 2016 699 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Silencer slightly loose

Pass 16 Jun 2015 220 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 220 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.2.B2a)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 May 2014 99 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 99 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 23 May 2013 99 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 99 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 99 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 99 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 99 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 99 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 7 Jul 2007 99 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 35,912 miles

How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi California III?

Based on 1,719 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
652
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 14
Riders seat insecure 9
Full Moto Guzzi California III reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

H117 GBD is a 2005 Moto Guzzi California III in Black with a 949cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

The most common reason a Moto Guzzi California III fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H117 GBD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Moto Guzzi California III typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 21 years old, this Moto Guzzi California III is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H117 GBD?

You can check the full history of H117 GBD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was H117 GBD registered?

H117 GBD is a 2005 Moto Guzzi California III, first registered on 5 June 2005.

Is H117 GBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for H117 GBD shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H117 GBD have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on H117 GBD. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.