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P325 MLE

1997 Honda Goldwing

White Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

45,571 mi
Last recorded45,571 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Goldwing43,152 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP325 MLE
MakeHonda
ModelGoldwing
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 45,571 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 44,569 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2025 44,536 miles

Decelerometer brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 44,241 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 43,894 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 43,632 miles

rear diff has slight oil leak

Pass 18 Apr 2018 42,894 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 41,672 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 40,174 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 37,351 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 36,761 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 34,930 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

advise front brake service

Pass 19 May 2012 33,371 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 19 May 2012 33,371 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 23 May 2011 30,904 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 30,232 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 25 May 2010 30,232 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 29,455 miles

Both tyres have some perishing tyre pressures set to 2.9 F&R

Front Front suspension spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 28,247 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 28,247 miles

Nearside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 27,459 miles

Nearside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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P325 MLE is a 1997 Honda Goldwing in White with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1997 Honda Goldwing models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 43,152 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 P325 MLE, 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 29 years old, this Honda Goldwing is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P325 MLE registered?

P325 MLE is a 1997 Honda Goldwing, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P325 MLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P325 MLE shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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