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C65 KVS

1986 Honda GL1200

Black Petrol 1182cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,598 mi
Last recorded89,598 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2015
Typical for 1986 Honda GL120054,444 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC65 KVS
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,182cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2015 89,598 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 39,561 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2013 89,367 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 89,346 miles

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

bike and sidecar leaning intowards each other.

Pass 24 May 2006 88,562 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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C65 KVS is a 1986 Honda GL1200 in Black with a 1,182cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 C65 KVS, 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 C65 KVS?

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What year was C65 KVS registered?

C65 KVS is a 1986 Honda GL1200, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C65 KVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C65 KVS shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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