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A960 FRB

1989 Honda Goldwing

Blue Petrol 1181cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

50,238 mi
Last recorded50,238 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2013
Typical for 1989 Honda Goldwing58,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA960 FRB
MakeHonda
ModelGoldwing
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,181cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2013 50,238 miles

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

Fail 25 Jul 2013 50,238 miles

Nearside Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2012 46,558 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 46,127 miles

rear drive shaft housing repaired with alloy weld

Fail 6 Apr 2011 46,107 miles

Nearside Front Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Nearside Rear suspension component cracked (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 44,794 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 44,779 miles

Nearside Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 12 May 2008 43,975 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 43,957 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2007 42,994 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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A960 FRB is a 1989 Honda Goldwing in Blue with a 1,181cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1989 Honda Goldwing models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 58,732 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 A960 FRB, 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 37 years old, this Honda Goldwing is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A960 FRB registered?

A960 FRB is a 1989 Honda Goldwing, first registered on 22 March 1989.

Is A960 FRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A960 FRB shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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