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B391 XOW

1985 Honda Magna

Black Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,468 mi
Last recorded1,468 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda Magna25,084 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB391 XOW
MakeHonda
ModelMagna
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 1,468 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 1,104 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 225 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 225 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 25,710 miles

Front Brake cylinder travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2016 25,541 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2010 25,539 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 25,539 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 25,194 miles

Nearside Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Offside Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Fail 24 Jun 2009 25,194 miles

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

Nearside Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Nearside Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Offside Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

How Reliable is the Honda Magna?

Based on 2,394 MOT tests across 257 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
334
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
257
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
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B391 XOW is a 1985 Honda Magna in Black with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1985 Honda Magna models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 25,084 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Magna fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B391 XOW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B391 XOW registered?

B391 XOW is a 1985 Honda Magna, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B391 XOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B391 XOW shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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