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J403 MRJ

1991 Moto Guzzi California III

Maroon Petrol 949cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

37,795 mi
Last recorded37,795 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1991 Moto Guzzi California III34,059 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ403 MRJ
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia III
Year1991
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine949cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 37,795 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 36,480 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 36,197 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 35,558 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2020 34,703 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2020 34,703 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 33,393 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 32,417 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 29,375 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 26,925 miles

advise headlamp converters fitted

Fail 11 Oct 2013 26,558 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 26,558 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 26,328 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 26,020 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

front & rear tyre pressures low!

Fail 21 Jul 2008 26,020 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

front & rear tyre pressures low!

Pass 16 Jul 2007 24,663 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 10 Jul 2007 24,648 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too high (1.6) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jun 2006 23,578 miles

How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi California III?

Based on 1,719 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
652
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 14
Riders seat insecure 9
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J403 MRJ is a 1991 Moto Guzzi California III in Maroon with a 949cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1991 Moto Guzzi California III models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 34,059 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 III fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J403 MRJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Moto Guzzi California III typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 35 years old, this Moto Guzzi California III is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J403 MRJ registered?

J403 MRJ is a 1991 Moto Guzzi California III, first registered on 15 November 1991.

Is J403 MRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J403 MRJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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