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B813 BFJ

1985 Honda GL1200

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

60,959 mi
Last recorded60,959 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2018
Typical for 1985 Honda GL120057,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB813 BFJ
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2018 60,959 miles

Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2014 60,904 miles

Trikes, quads or pre-68 vehicles, service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 58,139 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 7 Aug 2012 58,139 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 57,696 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 55,244 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2010 55,244 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 46,975 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2008 45,847 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 45,548 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 44,132 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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B813 BFJ is a 1985 Honda GL1200 in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 B813 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 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 B813 BFJ registered?

B813 BFJ is a 1985 Honda GL1200, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B813 BFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B813 BFJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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