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E48 OVV

1988 Honda Goldwing

Red Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

54,016 mi
Last recorded54,016 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 1988 Honda Goldwing61,082 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE48 OVV
MakeHonda
ModelGoldwing
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 54,016 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 52,677 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 52,367 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 52,217 miles

Front Coolant leak ()

Offside Side Panel Loose

Fail 2 Jun 2021 52,217 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Coolant leak ()

Offside Side Panel Loose

Pass 27 May 2019 51,696 miles
Fail 27 May 2019 51,696 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 23 May 2018 51,291 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 51,060 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 50,790 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 50,565 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 50,564 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 50,362 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2013 50,362 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2011 49,918 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 49,565 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 49,253 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 48,852 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

advise n/s/r tyre sidewall has cut in sidewall

Fail 19 Apr 2007 48,851 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

advise n/s/r tyre has cut in sidewall

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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E48 OVV is a 1988 Honda Goldwing in Red with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1988 Honda Goldwing models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 61,082 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 E48 OVV, 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 38 years old, this Honda Goldwing is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E48 OVV registered?

E48 OVV is a 1988 Honda Goldwing, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E48 OVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E48 OVV shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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