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EUF 231V

1979 Honda Gold Wing

Maroon Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

41,978 mi
Last recorded41,978 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2018
Typical for 1979 Honda Gold Wing33,557 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEUF 231V
MakeHonda
ModelGold Wing
Year1979
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2018 41,978 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 41,835 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 41,709 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 41,407 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 41,090 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2013 41,078 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2012 41,008 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

TOW BAR FITTED NO ELCTRICS

Fail 10 Aug 2012 41,008 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

TOW BAR FITTED NO ELCTRICS

Pass 9 Aug 2011 40,602 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 40,042 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 39,965 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 39,965 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2006 39,183 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2005 38,148 miles

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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EUF 231V is a 1979 Honda Gold Wing in Maroon with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1979 Honda Gold Wing models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 33,557 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 EUF 231V, 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 47 years old, this Honda Gold Wing is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EUF 231V registered?

EUF 231V is a 1979 Honda Gold Wing, first registered on 10 September 1979.

Is EUF 231V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EUF 231V shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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