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D242 YOO

1987 Honda Goldwing

Red Petrol 1182cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

53,098 mi
Last recorded53,098 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 Honda Goldwing46,094 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD242 YOO
MakeHonda
ModelGoldwing
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,182cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 53,098 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 52,787 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 52,518 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 52,061 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 51,301 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 50,116 miles

Battery Flat at time of test

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 49,651 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 49,159 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2018 49,159 miles

Fork yoke insecure (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 49,125 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 17 Aug 2017 49,125 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 May 2016 48,037 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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D242 YOO is a 1987 Honda Goldwing in Red with a 1,182cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1987 Honda Goldwing models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 46,094 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 D242 YOO, 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 39 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 D242 YOO registered?

D242 YOO is a 1987 Honda Goldwing, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D242 YOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for D242 YOO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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