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B37 VLJ

1985 Honda GL1200

Gold Petrol 1182cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,133 mi
Last recorded49,133 miles
Recorded on24 May 2019
Typical for 1985 Honda GL120057,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB37 VLJ
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1985
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,182cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2019 49,133 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 48,758 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 46,486 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 46,486 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2007 46,436 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 45,450 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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B37 VLJ is a 1985 Honda GL1200 in Gold with a 1,182cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 B37 VLJ, 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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How do I check the history of B37 VLJ?

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What year was B37 VLJ registered?

B37 VLJ is a 1985 Honda GL1200, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B37 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B37 VLJ shows 6 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.

Does B37 VLJ have outstanding finance?

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