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DWR 248W

1981 Honda GL1100

Maroon Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

38,130 mi
Last recorded38,130 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2022
Typical for 1981 Honda GL110041,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDWR 248W
MakeHonda
ModelGL1100
Year1981
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2022 38,130 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2022 38,128 miles

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

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 38,080 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2013 38,043 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2012 37,811 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 37,782 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2010 37,782 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 37,028 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2009 37,005 miles

Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 35,611 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 32,666 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2006 32,661 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Pass 17 Nov 2005 29,907 miles

How Reliable is the Honda GL1100?

Based on 5,390 MOT tests across 835 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
448
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
835
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 158
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 100
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 67
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 47
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 33
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DWR 248W is a 1981 Honda GL1100 in Maroon with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1981 Honda GL1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 41,200 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 GL1100 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 158 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DWR 248W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda GL1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Honda GL1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DWR 248W registered?

DWR 248W is a 1981 Honda GL1100, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is DWR 248W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DWR 248W shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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