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B43 OSM

1985 Honda GL1200

Blue Petrol 1182cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

62,080 mi
Last recorded62,080 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2018
Typical for 1985 Honda GL120057,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB43 OSM
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,182cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2018 62,080 miles

front tyre perished

offside rear tyre tread perished

rear brake pipe

Fail 4 Sep 2018 62,080 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

front tyre perished

offside rear tyre tread perished

rear brake pipe

Pass 29 Aug 2017 61,944 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 61,420 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 60,756 miles

Frame heavily modified and welded. Benefit of doubt as to structural integrity given to customer

Pass 27 Aug 2014 59,480 miles

Front brake binding very slighty

Steering headbearing has slight free play (9.2.4)

Fail 22 Aug 2014 59,421 miles

Rear Suspension arm cracked (2.4.G.1)

Front brake binding very slightly

Steering headbearing has slight free play (9.2.4)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 58,108 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 56,283 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2012 56,244 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Fail 1 Sep 2011 53,887 miles

O/s/f footrest and footrest framework loose and fixings missing.

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Slight roughness felt when rotating rear wheels

Towbar fixing obviously of an inappropriate type (6.6.2)

Towbar mounting obviously of an inappropriate type (6.6.2)

Towbar support obviously of an inappropriate type (6.6.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 53,887 miles

O/s/f footrest and footrest framework loose and fixings missing.

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Slight roughness felt when rotating rear wheels

Pass 12 Apr 2007 52,448 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 51,864 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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B43 OSM is a 1985 Honda GL1200 in Blue with a 1,182cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 B43 OSM, 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 B43 OSM registered?

B43 OSM is a 1985 Honda GL1200, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B43 OSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B43 OSM shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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