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B295 OPJ

1985 Honda GL1200

Red Petrol 1182cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

97,050 mi
Last recorded97,050 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda GL120057,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB295 OPJ
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,182cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 97,050 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 96,991 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 95,743 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2021 95,743 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2020 94,791 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 92,925 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 92,612 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 91,101 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2013 90,115 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 87,753 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 87,753 miles

Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 83,340 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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B295 OPJ is a 1985 Honda GL1200 in Red with a 1,182cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 B295 OPJ, 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

How do I check the history of B295 OPJ?

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What year was B295 OPJ registered?

B295 OPJ is a 1985 Honda GL1200, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B295 OPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B295 OPJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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