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N508 KRN

1996 Honda Goldwing

White Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

101,419 mi
Last recorded101,419 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2022
Typical for 1996 Honda Goldwing43,618 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN508 KRN
MakeHonda
ModelGoldwing
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc
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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2022 101,419 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Fail 2 Dec 2022 101,419 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 98,310 miles

Nearside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Fork seal leaking. (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Fork seal leaking. (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 1 Dec 2021 98,310 miles

Nearside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Fork seal leaking. (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Fork seal leaking. (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Steering operation impeded by a fairing Brake disc shroud. (2.1.4 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 98,223 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 97,499 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 96,636 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2015 9,663 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2014 94,906 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 94,901 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 1 May 2013 93,131 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 92,181 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 88,859 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2009 83,869 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 13 May 2009 83,869 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 81,586 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 79,516 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 79,516 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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N508 KRN is a 1996 Honda Goldwing in White with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Honda Goldwing models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 43,618 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 N508 KRN, 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 30 years old, this Honda Goldwing is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N508 KRN registered?

N508 KRN is a 1996 Honda Goldwing, first registered on 21 May 1996.

Is N508 KRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N508 KRN shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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