MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
89,036 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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footbrake could be better
Rear Brake linkage excessively damaged and seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
auxillary mirror close to brake lever
frame and suspension and steering components has light
Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)
Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
auxillary mirror close to brake lever
frame and suspension and steering components has light
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
gasses leaking from o/s silencer not yet excessive
How Reliable is the Honda Goldwing?
Based on 7,606 MOT tests across 726 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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A490 GAL is a 1984 Honda Goldwing in Brown with a 1,181cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.
Across all 1984 Honda Goldwing models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 55,198 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 A490 GAL, 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 42 years old, this Honda Goldwing is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was A490 GAL registered?
A490 GAL is a 1984 Honda Goldwing, first registered on 31 December 1984.
Is A490 GAL safe to buy?
The MOT history for A490 GAL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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