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A230 XDS

1984 Honda GL1200

Blue Petrol 1182cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

55,725 mi
Last recorded55,725 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2020
Typical for 1984 Honda GL120059,619 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA230 XDS
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,182cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2020 55,725 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2020 55,717 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Sidecar structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Stop lamp not working when front lever is applied (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2012 55,586 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 55,296 miles

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

Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 55,171 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 55,063 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 54,886 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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A230 XDS is a 1984 Honda GL1200 in Blue with a 1,182cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 A230 XDS, 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 A230 XDS registered?

A230 XDS is a 1984 Honda GL1200, first registered on 31 December 1984.

Is A230 XDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A230 XDS shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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