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AWN 551V

1979 Honda Gold Wing

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

33,202 mi
Last recorded33,202 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1979 Honda Gold Wing33,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAWN 551V
MakeHonda
ModelGold Wing
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 33,202 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2024 30,800 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 30,596 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 30,516 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 30,403 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 30,488 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 30,402 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 30,302 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2018 30,302 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2017 29,910 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 49,946 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 49,420 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2015 49,420 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Offside Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 48,750 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 48,750 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 47,447 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Gold Wing?

Based on 1,548 MOT tests across 162 vehicles.

87.0%
Pass Rate
722
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
162
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 11
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
brake recording little or no effort 10
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 9
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AWN 551V is a 1979 Honda Gold Wing in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1979 Honda Gold Wing models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 33,557 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 Gold Wing fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AWN 551V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Gold Wing typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 47 years old, this Honda Gold Wing is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AWN 551V?

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What year was AWN 551V registered?

AWN 551V is a 1979 Honda Gold Wing, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is AWN 551V safe to buy?

The MOT history for AWN 551V shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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