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NLJ 68W

1981 Honda Goldwing

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

90,707 mi
Last recorded90,707 miles
Recorded on28 May 2011
Typical for 1981 Honda Goldwing54,920 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNLJ 68W
MakeHonda
ModelGoldwing
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2011 90,707 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 90,399 miles

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Fail 20 Jun 2007 90,140 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2007 90,140 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 89,329 miles

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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NLJ 68W is a 1981 Honda Goldwing in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1981 Honda Goldwing models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 54,920 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 NLJ 68W, 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 45 years old, this Honda Goldwing is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NLJ 68W?

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What year was NLJ 68W registered?

NLJ 68W is a 1981 Honda Goldwing, first registered on 20 March 1981.

Is NLJ 68W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NLJ 68W shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NLJ 68W have outstanding finance?

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