CarVerify

Free Car Check

M553 JRU

1994 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

34,690 mi
Last recorded34,690 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2023
Typical for 1994 Moto Guzzi California27,688 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Moto Guzzi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

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

RegistrationM553 JRU
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1994
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

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2023 34,690 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 34,264 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2021 33,617 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 32,322 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 32,322 miles

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

Front tyre rubbing on offside mudguard.

Fail 30 Jun 2020 32,250 miles

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

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

Front tyre rubbing on offside mudguard.

Pass 4 Jul 2019 31,352 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 30,748 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 21 May 2012 30,737 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 30,737 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 30,666 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2005 30,198 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2005 30,198 miles

Centre Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

M553 JRU is a 1994 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1994 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 27,688 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 M553 JRU, 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 32 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 M553 JRU?

You can check the full history of M553 JRU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was M553 JRU registered?

M553 JRU is a 1994 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 21 September 1994.

Is M553 JRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M553 JRU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M553 JRU 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 M553 JRU. 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.