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FJ08 EWX

2008 Honda Goldwing

Blue Petrol 1832cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,104 mi
Last recorded23,104 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Goldwing19,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 EWX
MakeHonda
ModelGoldwing
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,832cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 23,104 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 23,057 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 22,843 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 22,799 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 22,036 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 21,926 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 21,734 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 21,572 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 21,449 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 21,118 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 21,118 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 20,356 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 19,608 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 17,826 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 17,826 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 7 Apr 2012 17,562 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Recommend front tyre valve replacement

Pass 8 Apr 2011 15,640 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 15,634 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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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FJ08 EWX is a 2008 Honda Goldwing in Blue with a 1,832cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Honda Goldwing models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.3% with a typical mileage of 19,462 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 FJ08 EWX, 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 18 years old, this Honda Goldwing is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FJ08 EWX registered?

FJ08 EWX is a 2008 Honda Goldwing, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is FJ08 EWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ08 EWX shows 18 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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