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E192 PHG

1988 Honda Magna

Black Petrol 752cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

10,230 mi
Last recorded10,230 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1988 Honda Magna20,052 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE192 PHG
MakeHonda
ModelMagna
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine752cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 10,230 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2026 10,228 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 May 2025 9,048 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 8,400 miles
Fail 29 May 2024 8,400 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tire 20 years old.

Pass 28 Jun 2014 8,310 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 7,885 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 7,678 miles

Front indicators act as side lights This does no conform to mot regulations.

Rear tyre has light cracking in the side wall.

Fail 29 Jun 2010 7,678 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a) DANGEROUS

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front indicators act as side lights This does no conform to mot regulations.

Rear tyre has light cracking in the side wall.

Pass 24 Jul 2008 5,889 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 5,889 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Honda Magna?

Based on 2,394 MOT tests across 257 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
334
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
257
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
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E192 PHG is a 1988 Honda Magna in Black with a 752cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1988 Honda Magna models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 20,052 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 Magna fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E192 PHG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Magna typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 38 years old, this Honda Magna is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E192 PHG?

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What year was E192 PHG registered?

E192 PHG is a 1988 Honda Magna, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is E192 PHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E192 PHG shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E192 PHG have outstanding finance?

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