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NPC 872W

1981 Honda Goldwing

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

50,923 mi
Last recorded50,923 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1981 Honda Goldwing54,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPC 872W
MakeHonda
ModelGoldwing
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 50,923 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 80,586 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 80,428 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 80,288 miles

Front brake fluctuating.

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 8 May 2012

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Front brake fluctuating.

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear brake pads worn.

Pass 23 Jul 2008 80,149 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 79,894 miles

Offside Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 78,815 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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NPC 872W is a 1981 Honda Goldwing in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NPC 872W, 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 NPC 872W?

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What year was NPC 872W registered?

NPC 872W is a 1981 Honda Goldwing, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is NPC 872W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NPC 872W shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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