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ELF 420Y

1983 Honda GL1100

Silver Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

52,575 mi
Last recorded52,575 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2019
Typical for 1983 Honda GL110050,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELF 420Y
MakeHonda
ModelGL1100
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2019 52,575 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 75,925 miles

slight oil leak on half shafts

Pass 26 Sep 2017 74,603 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 56,101 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 56,098 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 54,967 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 53,723 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 53,002 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 52,399 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 52,326 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

nearside front brake caliper mountings/slides badly worn (borderline pass)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 51,419 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 49,637 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 70,422 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 70,422 miles

Brake clevis joint locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 May 2008 69,186 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 68,905 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 68,905 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

battrey flat

front brakes slight bind

over heating (fans not working)

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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ELF 420Y is a 1983 Honda GL1100 in Silver with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1983 Honda GL1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 50,042 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 ELF 420Y, 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 43 years old, this Honda GL1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ELF 420Y registered?

ELF 420Y is a 1983 Honda GL1100, first registered on 20 May 1983.

Is ELF 420Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELF 420Y shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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