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A159 EDA

1983 Honda GL1100

Brown Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

88,389 mi
Last recorded88,389 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2023
Typical for 1983 Honda GL110050,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA159 EDA
MakeHonda
ModelGL1100
Year1983
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2023 88,389 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 87,143 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 85,206 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 83,878 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2019 83,876 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2016 82,667 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 82,663 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies Front Control (1.3.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 81,316 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2013 78,156 miles

How Reliable is the Honda GL1100?

Based on 5,390 MOT tests across 835 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
448
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
835
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 158
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 100
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 67
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 47
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 33
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A159 EDA is a 1983 Honda GL1100 in Brown with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1983 Honda GL1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 50,042 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 GL1100 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 158 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A159 EDA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda GL1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 43 years old, this Honda GL1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A159 EDA registered?

A159 EDA is a 1983 Honda GL1100, first registered on 31 March 1983.

Is A159 EDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A159 EDA shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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