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B32 CBW

1985 Honda GL1200

Beige Petrol 1182cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,247 mi
Last recorded50,247 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2013
Typical for 1985 Honda GL120057,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB32 CBW
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,182cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2013 50,247 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 49,977 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 23 Aug 2012 49,977 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 47,607 miles

blue lights fitted to front of bike but not testable item.

Pass 31 Jul 2010 47,601 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 47,598 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 46,809 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2007 45,738 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2007 45,738 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 8 Apr 2006 44,725 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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B32 CBW is a 1985 Honda GL1200 in Beige with a 1,182cc 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 B32 CBW, 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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What year was B32 CBW registered?

B32 CBW is a 1985 Honda GL1200, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B32 CBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B32 CBW 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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