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B586 FHK

1985 Honda GL1200

Gold Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

63,195 mi
Last recorded63,195 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda GL120057,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB586 FHK
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1985
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 63,195 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 63,056 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 62,355 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 62,211 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 62,175 miles

front tyre slight cracking on side wall

Pass 11 Mar 2017 62,164 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 62,158 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 62,158 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 8 May 2014 62,085 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2013 61,217 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 60,635 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 60,136 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 60,136 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 58,859 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 56,711 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 54,744 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 29 Mar 2008 54,744 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2007 54,330 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 53,078 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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B586 FHK is a 1985 Honda GL1200 in Gold with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 B586 FHK, 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 B586 FHK registered?

B586 FHK is a 1985 Honda GL1200, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B586 FHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for B586 FHK shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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