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WTY 926T

1979 Honda Gold Wing

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,601 mi
Last recorded47,601 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2014
Typical for 1979 Honda Gold Wing33,557 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWTY 926T
MakeHonda
ModelGold Wing
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2014 47,601 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 47,582 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 10 Aug 2013 46,935 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 46,694 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 46,416 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2009 46,416 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 46,174 miles

Oil leak

Fail 30 May 2007 46,174 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 44,828 miles

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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WTY 926T is a 1979 Honda Gold Wing in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Honda Gold Wing models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 33,557 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 Gold Wing fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WTY 926T, 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 47 years old, this Honda Gold Wing is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WTY 926T?

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What year was WTY 926T registered?

WTY 926T is a 1979 Honda Gold Wing, first registered on 20 April 1979.

Is WTY 926T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WTY 926T shows 9 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 WTY 926T have outstanding finance?

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