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C940 KWL

1986 Honda GL1200

Grey Petrol 1182cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

77,805 mi
Last recorded77,805 miles
Recorded on2 May 2014
Typical for 1986 Honda GL120054,444 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC940 KWL
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,182cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2014 77,805 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 75,473 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 73,162 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2011 69,858 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 66,183 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 66,170 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 65,067 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 64,348 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2006 63,216 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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C940 KWL is a 1986 Honda GL1200 in Grey with a 1,182cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 C940 KWL, 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

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What year was C940 KWL registered?

C940 KWL is a 1986 Honda GL1200, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C940 KWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C940 KWL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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