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B149 TEC

1985 Honda Goldwing

Gold Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

102,850 mi
Last recorded102,850 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2008
Typical for 1985 Honda Goldwing56,885 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB149 TEC
MakeHonda
ModelGoldwing
Year1985
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2008 102,850 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 52,638 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 52,310 miles

Front Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Front Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

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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B149 TEC is a 1985 Honda Goldwing in Gold with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1985 Honda Goldwing models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 56,885 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 B149 TEC, 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 41 years old, this Honda Goldwing is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B149 TEC registered?

B149 TEC is a 1985 Honda Goldwing, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B149 TEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B149 TEC shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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