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WCD 285S

1978 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 945cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2022
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,758 mi
Last recorded11,758 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2021
Typical for 1978 Moto Guzzi California31,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWCD 285S
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine945cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2021 11,758 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 11,665 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 11,572 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 11,228 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 49,792 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jul 2013 49,792 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 49,792 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 49,627 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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WCD 285S is a 1978 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 945cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 31,343 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 WCD 285S, 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 48 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WCD 285S registered?

WCD 285S is a 1978 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 April 1978.

Is WCD 285S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WCD 285S shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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