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R748 GWU

1998 Honda Goldwing

Red Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

40,582 mi
Last recorded40,582 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2009
Typical for 1998 Honda Goldwing37,713 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR748 GWU
MakeHonda
ModelGoldwing
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2009 40,582 miles
Fail 30 May 2009 40,567 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 32,957 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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R748 GWU is a 1998 Honda Goldwing in Red with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 R748 GWU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R748 GWU registered?

R748 GWU is a 1998 Honda Goldwing, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R748 GWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R748 GWU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R748 GWU have outstanding finance?

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