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B629 BFJ

1998 Honda GL1200

Blue Petrol 1182cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

43,621 mi
Last recorded43,621 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB629 BFJ
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,182cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2022 43,621 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 43,546 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 42,119 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 39,674 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 38,364 miles

Nearside Rear Brake linkage modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Offside Rear Brake linkage modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 37,408 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 37,408 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 37,108 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 34,642 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 33,191 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 22 Aug 2012 33,191 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 32,966 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 32,966 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 32,142 miles

rear indicator offside not very bright

Pass 26 Mar 2008 29,425 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 29,383 miles

Brake component worn and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Rear R/H ,extra indicator dim.

Rubber boot missing L/H caliper.

Pass 13 Oct 2006 25,786 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2005 21,841 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 21,841 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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B629 BFJ is a 1998 Honda GL1200 in Blue with a 1,182cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 B629 BFJ, 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 28 years old, this Honda GL1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B629 BFJ registered?

B629 BFJ is a 1998 Honda GL1200, first registered on 28 May 1998.

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The MOT history for B629 BFJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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