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M945 MLJ

1995 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

26,621 mi
Last recorded26,621 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1995 Moto Guzzi California26,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM945 MLJ
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc
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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 26,621 miles

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 19 Feb 2026 26,463 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure REAR FENDER (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake drum significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached THROTTLE TUBE TO BAR MOUNT (2.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced RACK (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected loose (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 20,511 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 20,002 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 18,341 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2022 18,312 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2021 16,202 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 15,722 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 15,722 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2018 14,548 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 13,923 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 10,850 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 9,429 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2013 8,869 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 8,864 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 8,861 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 7,587 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 6,856 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 5,952 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 5,949 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 5,944 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 5,941 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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M945 MLJ is a 1995 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 M945 MLJ, 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.

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M945 MLJ is a 1995 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 June 1995.

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