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OLY 21W

1980 Honda Goldwing

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

37,217 mi
Last recorded37,217 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2016
Typical for 1980 Honda Goldwing39,593 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOLY 21W
MakeHonda
ModelGoldwing
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2016 37,217 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 37,178 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2014 36,885 miles

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 36,885 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 36,381 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 35,200 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 33,640 miles

Nearside Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 17 Jun 2010 33,626 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 8 Jun 2009 32,997 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 32,032 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 30,816 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 30,816 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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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OLY 21W is a 1980 Honda Goldwing in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 Honda Goldwing models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 39,593 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 OLY 21W, 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 46 years old, this Honda Goldwing is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OLY 21W?

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What year was OLY 21W registered?

OLY 21W is a 1980 Honda Goldwing, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is OLY 21W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OLY 21W shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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