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R495 WCK

1998 Honda Goldwing

Beige Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

179,074 mi
Last recorded179,074 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda Goldwing37,713 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR495 WCK
MakeHonda
ModelGoldwing
Year1998
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 179,074 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 167,396 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2025 167,396 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Mar 2024 150,611 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 148,580 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 146,526 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 143,902 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2021 143,902 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 142,415 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 139,031 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 135,479 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 135,470 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 135,366 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 134,741 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 130,882 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 125,283 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 120,019 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 114,265 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 108,325 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 102,938 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Feb 2008 98,903 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 91,203 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 86,051 miles

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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R495 WCK is a 1998 Honda Goldwing in Beige with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1998 Honda Goldwing models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 37,713 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R495 WCK, 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 28 years old, this Honda Goldwing is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R495 WCK registered?

R495 WCK is a 1998 Honda Goldwing, first registered on 11 March 1998.

Is R495 WCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R495 WCK shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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