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C409 KAX

1986 Honda GL1200

Black Petrol 1182cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

57,505 mi
Last recorded57,505 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2015
Typical for 1986 Honda GL120054,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC409 KAX
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,182cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2015 57,505 miles

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

front and rear brakes slightly spongy

Fail 21 Sep 2015 57,498 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

cracking to rear tyre

nail in rear tyre

offside front brake hose not fitted to mountings

Pass 15 Sep 2014 56,665 miles

Brakes slitley binding front

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

Rear Tyre has Small cracks appering

Rear brake slitley bindimg

Pass 11 Jan 2013 53,499 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 49,503 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 45,920 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 45,837 miles

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

Fail 16 Aug 2008 45,837 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2007 45,814 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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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C409 KAX is a 1986 Honda GL1200 in Black with a 1,182cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 C409 KAX, 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.

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What year was C409 KAX registered?

C409 KAX is a 1986 Honda GL1200, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C409 KAX safe to buy?

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