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WLC 279S

1977 Honda Goldwing

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,430 mi
Last recorded35,430 miles
Recorded on9 May 2014
Typical for 1977 Honda Goldwing35,804 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWLC 279S
MakeHonda
ModelGoldwing
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 9 May 2014 35,430 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 35,265 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 35,039 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 34,769 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 34,471 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2008 34,289 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 19 Oct 2007 34,269 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 34,161 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 33,985 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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WLC 279S is a 1977 Honda Goldwing in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1977 Honda Goldwing models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 35,804 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 WLC 279S, 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 49 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 WLC 279S?

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What year was WLC 279S registered?

WLC 279S is a 1977 Honda Goldwing, first registered on 31 August 1977.

Is WLC 279S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WLC 279S shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WLC 279S have outstanding finance?

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