CarVerify

Free Car Check

P124 OLX

1997 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

54,019 mi
Last recorded54,019 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Moto Guzzi California22,522 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 £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

RegistrationP124 OLX
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1997
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

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 54,019 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 53,066 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 52,144 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 49,308 miles

red battery/charge light illuminated on display when running.

Pass 23 Jul 2021 48,117 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 47,671 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 46,816 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2019 46,795 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 30 May 2018 44,570 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 43,635 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 43,577 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 May 2016 42,186 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 14,300 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 38,611 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 35,861 miles

Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 30 Apr 2013 35,829 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 13 May 2011 32,138 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 30,642 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 29,901 miles

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

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

Rear tyre tread wear at 1.6mm.

Pass 7 Jun 2008 26,349 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2006 25,593 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 25,592 miles

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

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

P124 OLX is a 1997 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 1997 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 22,522 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 P124 OLX, 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 29 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 P124 OLX?

You can check the full history of P124 OLX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P124 OLX registered?

P124 OLX is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 7 July 1997.

Is P124 OLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P124 OLX shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P124 OLX 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 P124 OLX. 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.