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R995 WUK

1998 Honda Goldwing

Black Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

50,638 mi
Last recorded50,638 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Goldwing37,713 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR995 WUK
MakeHonda
ModelGoldwing
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 50,638 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2025 50,629 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened rear swingarm rusted through (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Oct 2024 50,355 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general corrosion all over chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear swingarm corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 50,120 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2023 50,106 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Tyre fouling another component (5.2.3 (f))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2021 49,674 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 49,157 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Sep 2020 49,153 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 48,086 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2019 48,079 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 47,147 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 45,236 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 43,137 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 41,516 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 40,049 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 37,607 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 36,461 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 35,313 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 35,313 miles

Front Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Jul 2009 30,589 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 27,222 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 24,262 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 21,938 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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R995 WUK is a 1998 Honda Goldwing in Black with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 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 R995 WUK, 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 R995 WUK registered?

R995 WUK is a 1998 Honda Goldwing, first registered on 11 June 1998.

Is R995 WUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R995 WUK shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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