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B284 GAK

1985 Honda GL1200

Beige Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

70,256 mi
Last recorded70,256 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda GL120057,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB284 GAK
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 70,256 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 Aug 2025 70,256 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 70,256 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

rear tyre fitted to front wheel

Pass 5 Aug 2023 70,218 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front rear motorcycle tyre fitted to front wheel

Fail 29 Jul 2023 70,218 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front rear motorcycle tyre fitted to front wheel

Pass 12 Apr 2022 69,495 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 69,230 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2016 68,438 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 67,595 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 65,089 miles

rear tyre cracking on sidewalls

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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B284 GAK is a 1985 Honda GL1200 in Beige with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 B284 GAK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B284 GAK registered?

B284 GAK is a 1985 Honda GL1200, first registered on 24 May 1985.

Is B284 GAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for B284 GAK shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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