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A442 KDC

1984 Honda GL1200

Bronze Petrol 1182cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2025
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,062 mi
Last recorded47,062 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2024
Typical for 1984 Honda GL120059,619 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA442 KDC
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1984
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,182cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2024 47,062 miles

FRONT SUSPENSION EXCESSIVLY STIFF

Coolant leak ()

Fail 27 Jun 2024 47,056 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 May 2022 47,052 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 44,806 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 44,796 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 May 2010 39,912 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 37,024 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 35,880 miles

rear brake travell could be reduced

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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A442 KDC is a 1984 Honda GL1200 in Bronze with a 1,182cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 A442 KDC, 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

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What year was A442 KDC registered?

A442 KDC is a 1984 Honda GL1200, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A442 KDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A442 KDC shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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