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L983 WCD

1994 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2010
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

52,090 mi
Last recorded52,090 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2009
Typical for 1994 Moto Guzzi California27,688 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL983 WCD
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2009 52,090 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 1 Aug 2009 52,056 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2006 52,036 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2006 52,035 miles

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

Fail 16 Jun 2006 52,033 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

no front mudguard fitted

steering damper poor condition

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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L983 WCD is a 1994 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 L983 WCD, 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.

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What year was L983 WCD registered?

L983 WCD is a 1994 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 28 June 1994.

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