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F743 EGC

1988 Honda Gold Wing

Grey Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,132 mi
Last recorded57,132 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2008
Typical for 1988 Honda Gold Wing69,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF743 EGC
MakeHonda
ModelGold Wing
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2008 57,132 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Sidecar tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Pass 4 May 2007 54,065 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 49,789 miles

as previous advisory sheet dated 4/5/2006, test number 632914426100

Fail 4 May 2006 49,789 miles

Centre Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front tyre worn on edge

guards on handlebars touchs front visor on lock to lock

rear brake caliper mounting bushes, slight play

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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F743 EGC is a 1988 Honda Gold Wing in Grey with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1988 Honda Gold Wing models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 69,976 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 F743 EGC, 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 38 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 F743 EGC registered?

F743 EGC is a 1988 Honda Gold Wing, first registered on 25 August 1988.

Is F743 EGC safe to buy?

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