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L282 LCW

1998 Honda Magna

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

26,415 mi
Last recorded26,415 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL282 LCW
MakeHonda
ModelMagna
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 26,415 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 25,695 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 24,848 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 24,025 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 22,945 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 21,658 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 21,603 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 20,701 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 18,440 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2017 18,434 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 16,904 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 15,610 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 13,744 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 12,287 miles

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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L282 LCW is a 1998 Honda Magna in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 L282 LCW, 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 28 years old, this Honda Magna is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of L282 LCW?

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What year was L282 LCW registered?

L282 LCW is a 1998 Honda Magna, first registered on 24 February 1998.

Is L282 LCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L282 LCW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L282 LCW have outstanding finance?

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