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A255 GAL

1984 Honda GL1200

Yellow Petrol 1182cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,852 mi
Last recorded72,852 miles
Recorded on3 May 2016
Typical for 1984 Honda GL120059,619 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA255 GAL
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1984
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,182cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2016 72,852 miles

Rear wiring condition deteriated.

Fail 29 Apr 2016 72,792 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play Rear swing arm bearings/bushes excessive free play. (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Offside rear lower secondary direction inoperative.

Rear wiring condition deteriated.

Pass 30 Apr 2015 69,049 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 100,071 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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A255 GAL is a 1984 Honda GL1200 in Yellow with a 1,182cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 A255 GAL, 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 A255 GAL?

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What year was A255 GAL registered?

A255 GAL is a 1984 Honda GL1200, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A255 GAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A255 GAL shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A255 GAL have outstanding finance?

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