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C147 FEC

1985 Honda Goldwing

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2020
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

24,908 mi
Last recorded24,908 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2019
Typical for 1985 Honda Goldwing56,885 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC147 FEC
MakeHonda
ModelGoldwing
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2019 24,908 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 24,036 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 24,036 miles

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 21 Jun 2008
Fail 16 Jun 2008 23,427 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

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

rear tyre cords showing

Pass 15 Jun 2007 118,348 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2007 118,348 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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C147 FEC is a 1985 Honda Goldwing in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 C147 FEC, 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 C147 FEC registered?

C147 FEC is a 1985 Honda Goldwing, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C147 FEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C147 FEC shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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