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N381 JLT

1996 Honda Goldwing

Green Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

24,087 mi
Last recorded24,087 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2016
Typical for 1996 Honda Goldwing43,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN381 JLT
MakeHonda
ModelGoldwing
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2016 24,087 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 23,555 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 22,888 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2014 22,881 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 21,359 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 20,531 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 20,526 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 20,521 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2009 20,519 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 20,226 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 20,037 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 14 Apr 2007 18,189 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 16,929 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 16,920 miles

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

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

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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N381 JLT is a 1996 Honda Goldwing in Green with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1996 Honda Goldwing models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 43,618 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 N381 JLT, 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 30 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 N381 JLT registered?

N381 JLT is a 1996 Honda Goldwing, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N381 JLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N381 JLT 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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