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AAY 524Y

1983 Honda GL1100

Red Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

47,836 mi
Last recorded47,836 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2023
Typical for 1983 Honda GL110050,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAY 524Y
MakeHonda
ModelGL1100
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc
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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2023 47,836 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 47,778 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2022 47,778 miles

Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen mask fitted for kick up (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device ineffective fitted split pin to crown nut. (5.2.1 (d))

Pass 12 May 2021 47,610 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 47,268 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork stanchion seal (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Jul 2019 47,268 miles

Handlebar retaining device loose (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork stanchion seal (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 46,796 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 46,608 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 46,362 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 46,030 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 45,666 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 2 Feb 2013 44,659 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2013 44,659 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Feb 2012 43,102 miles

rear brake binding slightly

Pass 10 Feb 2010 42,966 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2010 42,966 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 41,844 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 12 Aug 2008 41,837 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 36,381 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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AAY 524Y is a 1983 Honda GL1100 in Red with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 AAY 524Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AAY 524Y registered?

AAY 524Y is a 1983 Honda GL1100, first registered on 1 February 1983.

Is AAY 524Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for AAY 524Y shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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