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R247 KAW

1997 Honda Gold Wing

Purple Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2025
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,715 mi
Last recorded59,715 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR247 KAW
MakeHonda
ModelGold Wing
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc
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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2024 59,715 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 59,680 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 59,498 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 59,127 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 58,796 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 57,248 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 53,467 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 49,069 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 45,731 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 44,664 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 43,826 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (9.2.4)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 43,711 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 43,392 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 43,001 miles

the front tyre is showing signs of age

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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R247 KAW is a 1997 Honda Gold Wing in Purple with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R247 KAW, 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 29 years old, this Honda Gold Wing is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R247 KAW registered?

R247 KAW is a 1997 Honda Gold Wing, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is R247 KAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R247 KAW shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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