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A162 GBA

1984 Honda GL1200

Black Petrol 1182cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

50,554 mi
Last recorded50,554 miles
Recorded on4 May 2018
Typical for 1984 Honda GL120059,619 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA162 GBA
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,182cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 May 2018 50,554 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 49,330 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 48,032 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 48,031 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 48,020 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2011 48,019 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Jun 2011 48,019 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS

Fail 8 Jun 2011 48,019 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2009 47,947 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 47,918 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fail 8 Jul 2009 47,912 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 46,354 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 46,341 miles

Rear Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 46,143 miles

How Reliable is the Honda GL1200?

Based on 6,154 MOT tests across 774 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
578
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
774
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 139
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 126
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 61
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 50
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 46
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A162 GBA is a 1984 Honda GL1200 in Black with a 1,182cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1984 Honda GL1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 59,619 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 GL1200 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A162 GBA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda GL1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 42 years old, this Honda GL1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A162 GBA registered?

A162 GBA is a 1984 Honda GL1200, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A162 GBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A162 GBA shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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