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A242 OFR

1984 Honda GL1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

87,949 mi
Last recorded87,949 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2013
Typical for 1984 Honda GL120059,619 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA242 OFR
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 10 Apr 2013 87,949 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 87,949 miles

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Fail 4 Mar 2013 87,934 miles

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Dec 2011 87,894 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 87,894 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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

rear lights dim

Pass 16 Nov 2010 87,875 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 87,531 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 87,491 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 87,139 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2007 87,136 miles

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

Nearside Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Offside Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2006 86,944 miles

front & rear brakes bindind slightly

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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A242 OFR is a 1984 Honda GL1200 in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 A242 OFR, 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 A242 OFR registered?

A242 OFR is a 1984 Honda GL1200, first registered on 11 June 1984.

Is A242 OFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A242 OFR shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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