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B315 WVG

1985 Honda Nighthawk

Maroon Petrol 450cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

42,464 mi
Last recorded42,464 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda Nighthawk28,246 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB315 WVG
MakeHonda
ModelNighthawk
Year1985
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine450cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2025 42,464 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 42,090 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 42,086 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 39,779 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 15 May 2015 38,278 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 May 2015 38,278 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 May 2014 36,554 miles

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 10 May 2014 36,536 miles

Dipswitch does not extinquish main beam/s, leaving at least 1 dipped beam headlamp (1.2.2b(i))

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 36,060 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 36,014 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 25,946 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Nighthawk?

Based on 1,396 MOT tests across 175 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
460
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
175
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 9
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B315 WVG is a 1985 Honda Nighthawk in Maroon with a 450cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1985 Honda Nighthawk models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 28,246 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Nighthawk fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B315 WVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Nighthawk typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 41 years old, this Honda Nighthawk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B315 WVG registered?

B315 WVG is a 1985 Honda Nighthawk, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B315 WVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B315 WVG shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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