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B270 RDY

1985 Honda GL1200

Beige Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

41,241 mi
Last recorded41,241 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2022
Typical for 1985 Honda GL120057,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB270 RDY
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2022 41,241 miles

All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Stop lamps and indicators (4.2.3 (c))

Both rear mudguards slightly loose

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 1 Apr 2022 41,213 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Mudguard bolt loose

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Unable to assess front wheel bearing due to brake problem

Pass 9 Apr 2021 40,870 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

general light corrosion to frame

Pass 9 Jan 2020 40,855 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 108,724 miles

interference on auxiliary rear lights

Pass 13 Apr 2015 138,534 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 138,534 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 137,545 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 136,644 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 136,071 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 135,389 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 133,736 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Jan 2009 132,333 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Feb 2008 131,195 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 30,271 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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B270 RDY is a 1985 Honda GL1200 in Beige with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1985 Honda GL1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 57,756 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 B270 RDY, 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 41 years old, this Honda GL1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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B270 RDY is a 1985 Honda GL1200, first registered on 31 December 1985.

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