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COO 831T

1978 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 949cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

37,412 mi
Last recorded37,412 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1978 Moto Guzzi California31,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCOO 831T
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine949cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 37,412 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 36,697 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2024 36,697 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Aug 2023 35,038 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 33,724 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 32,936 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2020 32,324 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 31,898 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 31,357 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 31,343 miles

Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Swing Arm Bearings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 30,668 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 30,615 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 29,811 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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COO 831T is a 1978 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 949cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 COO 831T, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was COO 831T registered?

COO 831T is a 1978 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 24 October 1978.

Is COO 831T safe to buy?

The MOT history for COO 831T shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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