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C289 CWW

1986 Honda GL1200

Blue Petrol 1182cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

82,693 mi
Last recorded82,693 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2010
Typical for 1986 Honda GL120054,444 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC289 CWW
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,182cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2010 82,693 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2010 82,687 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2009 77,277 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 71,088 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 May 2007 70,215 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 66,047 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 66,032 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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C289 CWW is a 1986 Honda GL1200 in Blue with a 1,182cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1986 Honda GL1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 54,444 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 C289 CWW, 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 40 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 C289 CWW?

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What year was C289 CWW registered?

C289 CWW is a 1986 Honda GL1200, first registered on 4 April 1986.

Is C289 CWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C289 CWW shows 7 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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