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A656 OVF

1996 Honda Goldwing

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2024
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,036 mi
Last recorded63,036 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2023
Typical for 1996 Honda Goldwing43,618 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA656 OVF
MakeHonda
ModelGoldwing
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2023 63,036 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 62,940 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 62,940 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Jan 2012 62,857 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 62,684 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 61,071 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2008 61,071 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 14 May 2007 60,498 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Goldwing?

Based on 7,606 MOT tests across 726 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
808
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
726
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 77
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 67
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 49
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 47
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 44
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A656 OVF is a 1996 Honda Goldwing in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Honda Goldwing models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 43,618 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 Honda Goldwing fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 77 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A656 OVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Goldwing typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 30 years old, this Honda Goldwing is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A656 OVF?

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What year was A656 OVF registered?

A656 OVF is a 1996 Honda Goldwing, first registered on 3 June 1996.

Is A656 OVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A656 OVF shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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