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B40 ATW

1985 Honda GL1200

Silver Petrol 1182cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,142 mi
Last recorded78,142 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda GL120057,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB40 ATW
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,182cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 23 Aug 2025 78,142 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 77,762 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 76,762 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2022 76,305 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 75,421 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 74,960 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2016 74,941 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 74,937 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 74,926 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 74,896 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 74,824 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 73,636 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 72,034 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 69,747 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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B40 ATW is a 1985 Honda GL1200 in Silver with a 1,182cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B40 ATW, 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 B40 ATW?

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What year was B40 ATW registered?

B40 ATW is a 1985 Honda GL1200, first registered on 21 January 1985.

Is B40 ATW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B40 ATW shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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