CarVerify

Free Car Check

J269 TSF

1991 Moto Guzzi California III

Maroon Petrol 949cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,233 mi
Last recorded54,233 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2014
Typical for 1991 Moto Guzzi California III34,059 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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

RegistrationJ269 TSF
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia III
Year1991
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine949cc
View full Moto Guzzi California III reliability data

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

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2014 54,233 miles

Front tyre slightly perished

Pass 26 Sep 2013 52,909 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

offside crash bar slightly insecure

Fail 31 Aug 2013 52,909 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside panel broken

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Offside crash bar slightly insecure.

Rear tyre slightly perished

Rear mudguard split and corroded.

Pass 31 Jan 2012 52,602 miles

centre stand return spring weak

rear mudguard cracked

Fail 13 Apr 2011 52,599 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Offside Rear Upper Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

rear mudguard cracked

Pass 23 Apr 2010 49,154 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

rear mudguard;o/s/r crash bar split and centre stand spring weak

Pass 5 Apr 2008 48,369 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 46,922 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

J269 TSF is a 1991 Moto Guzzi California III in Maroon with a 949cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 Moto Guzzi California III models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 34,059 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 III fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J269 TSF, 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 35 years old, this Moto Guzzi California III is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J269 TSF?

You can check the full history of J269 TSF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was J269 TSF registered?

J269 TSF is a 1991 Moto Guzzi California III, first registered on 22 November 1991.

Is J269 TSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J269 TSF shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J269 TSF 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 J269 TSF. 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.