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A420 FRY

1984 Honda GL1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

84,921 mi
Last recorded84,921 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2014
Typical for 1984 Honda GL120059,619 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA420 FRY
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2014 84,921 miles

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Fail 10 Jun 2014 84,908 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 84,131 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 83,431 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 83,413 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Pass 31 May 2011 82,601 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 81,496 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 80,554 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 80,334 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 79,638 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 77,844 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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A420 FRY 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 81.8%.

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 A420 FRY, 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 A420 FRY?

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What year was A420 FRY registered?

A420 FRY is a 1984 Honda GL1200, first registered on 26 March 1984.

Is A420 FRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A420 FRY shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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