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A420 PWL

1984 Honda GL1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

75,241 mi
Last recorded75,241 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2024
Typical for 1984 Honda GL120059,619 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2024 75,241 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 74,289 miles

All direction indicators slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 25 Mar 2019 74,289 miles

All direction indicators slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 70,841 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2016 66,783 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 66,011 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 65,900 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 65,900 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 May 2013 65,706 miles

Front Tyre perrishing.

Fail 26 Apr 2013 65,655 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front tyre perrishing

Pass 5 Apr 2012 62,760 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 62,020 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 62,020 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 61,916 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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 PWL is a 1984 Honda GL1200 in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 PWL, 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 A420 PWL registered?

A420 PWL is a 1984 Honda GL1200, first registered on 17 May 1984.

Is A420 PWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A420 PWL shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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