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C946 JBW

1986 Honda GL1200

Red Petrol 1182cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2021
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

75,443 mi
Last recorded75,443 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2022
Typical for 1986 Honda GL120054,444 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC946 JBW
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,182cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 10 Aug 2022 75,443 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 75,409 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 75,252 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 75,086 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2015 75,075 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively tight unable to rotate wheel due to brake binding (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

rear brake slightly spongy

Pass 15 Oct 2011 75,067 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front and rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 23 Jun 2010 73,992 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2009 72,954 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2009 72,954 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2007 72,065 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 72,048 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

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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C946 JBW is a 1986 Honda GL1200 in Red with a 1,182cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 C946 JBW, 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 C946 JBW registered?

C946 JBW is a 1986 Honda GL1200, first registered on 6 May 1986.

Is C946 JBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C946 JBW shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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