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A530 KUM

1983 Honda GL1100

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2020
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

58,698 mi
Last recorded58,698 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2019
Typical for 1983 Honda GL110050,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA530 KUM
MakeHonda
ModelGL1100
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2019 58,698 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both forks have slight misting (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Aug 2013 58,607 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 58,506 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2011 58,128 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2011 58,128 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 58,077 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 58,077 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2007 57,667 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 57,667 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 56,802 miles

How Reliable is the Honda GL1100?

Based on 5,390 MOT tests across 835 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
448
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
835
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 158
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 100
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 67
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 47
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 33
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A530 KUM is a 1983 Honda GL1100 in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1983 Honda GL1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 50,042 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 GL1100 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 158 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A530 KUM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda GL1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 43 years old, this Honda GL1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A530 KUM registered?

A530 KUM is a 1983 Honda GL1100, first registered on 5 August 1983.

Is A530 KUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A530 KUM shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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