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B447 MAO

1985 Honda GL1200

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,396 mi
Last recorded1,396 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda GL120057,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB447 MAO
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 31 Jan 2025 1,396 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 1,112 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 355 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 14 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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B447 MAO is a 1985 Honda GL1200 in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 B447 MAO, 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 B447 MAO?

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What year was B447 MAO registered?

B447 MAO is a 1985 Honda GL1200, first registered on 1 February 1985.

Is B447 MAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for B447 MAO shows 4 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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