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H246 JRU

1990 Moto Guzzi California

Maroon Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

47,563 mi
Last recorded47,563 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 1990 Moto Guzzi California40,851 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH246 JRU
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1990
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2025 47,563 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 47,344 miles

Rear tyre slightly perished on sidewalls

Fail 18 Jun 2024 47,342 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear tyre slightly perished on sidewalls

Pass 15 Jun 2023 46,894 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 46,367 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front fork stanchion pitted, no fluid leaking

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

slight oil leak from gearbox bell housing area

Pass 4 Jul 2012 45,916 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

rear tyre very close to driveshaft casing but not fouling at time of test

Fail 3 Jul 2012 45,900 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

rear tyre very close to driveshaft casing but not fouling at time of test

Pass 4 Mar 2011 40,851 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2009 39,318 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Oct 2009 39,318 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 37,609 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 34,856 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 32,502 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2005 38,582 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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H246 JRU is a 1990 Moto Guzzi California in Maroon with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1990 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 40,851 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 H246 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 36 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H246 JRU registered?

H246 JRU is a 1990 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 October 1990.

Is H246 JRU safe to buy?

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