CarVerify

Free Car Check

M527 VBW

1995 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,538 mi
Last recorded44,538 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 Moto Guzzi California26,110 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

RegistrationM527 VBW
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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

21 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2026 44,538 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2025 43,771 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 43,167 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 42,439 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2022 41,914 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 41,131 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 40,447 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 39,912 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 39,137 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2017 38,650 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 37,518 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 36,169 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 35,003 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 34,740 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 34,594 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 34,188 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 33,686 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 33,022 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 32,207 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 31,559 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 30,581 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
Full Moto Guzzi California 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

M527 VBW is a 1995 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1995 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 26,110 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 M527 VBW, 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 31 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M527 VBW?

You can check the full history of M527 VBW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was M527 VBW registered?

M527 VBW is a 1995 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 12 April 1995.

Is M527 VBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M527 VBW shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M527 VBW 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 M527 VBW. 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.