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G165 FPU

1990 Honda Gold Wing

White Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2013
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

72,456 mi
Last recorded72,456 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2012
Typical for 1990 Honda Gold Wing80,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG165 FPU
MakeHonda
ModelGold Wing
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2012 72,456 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Aug 2011 72,045 miles

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

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

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Fail 27 Aug 2011 7,204 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Offside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

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

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

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 72,037 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 72,037 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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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G165 FPU is a 1990 Honda Gold Wing in White with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1990 Honda Gold Wing models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 80,914 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 G165 FPU, 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 36 years old, this Honda Gold Wing is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G165 FPU registered?

G165 FPU is a 1990 Honda Gold Wing, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G165 FPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for G165 FPU shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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