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A170 SCW

1984 Honda GL1200

Gold Petrol 1182cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2025
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,860 mi
Last recorded58,860 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2024
Typical for 1984 Honda GL120059,619 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA170 SCW
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1984
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,182cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 10 Feb 2024 58,860 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 57,439 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 55,359 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 54,025 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 50,657 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 44,034 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 43,867 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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A170 SCW is a 1984 Honda GL1200 in Gold with a 1,182cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A170 SCW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A170 SCW?

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What year was A170 SCW registered?

A170 SCW is a 1984 Honda GL1200, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A170 SCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A170 SCW shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A170 SCW have outstanding finance?

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