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C79 PRN

1986 Honda Gold Wing

Blue Petrol 1182cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

46,368 mi
Last recorded46,368 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1986 Honda Gold Wing48,509 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC79 PRN
MakeHonda
ModelGold Wing
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,182cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 46,368 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2026 46,360 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2025 45,715 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2025 45,713 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 44,838 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 42,612 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 42,496 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2013 42,484 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 42,478 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 42,476 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2010 41,546 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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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C79 PRN is a 1986 Honda Gold Wing in Blue with a 1,182cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1986 Honda Gold Wing models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 48,509 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 C79 PRN, 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 40 years old, this Honda Gold Wing is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C79 PRN registered?

C79 PRN is a 1986 Honda Gold Wing, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C79 PRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for C79 PRN shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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