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FBW 555Y

1983 Honda GL1100

Silver Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,120 mi
Last recorded66,120 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2018
Typical for 1983 Honda GL110050,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBW 555Y
MakeHonda
ModelGL1100
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2018 66,120 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 66,019 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 65,921 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 65,870 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2014 65,870 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Feb 2013 64,270 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 64,264 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Motorcycle structure cracked (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Aug 2011 59,589 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 56,149 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 51,835 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2009 51,822 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 16 Aug 2008 49,912 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 47,454 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 Jul 2006 44,375 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2005 43,928 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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FBW 555Y is a 1983 Honda GL1100 in Silver with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FBW 555Y, 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 FBW 555Y registered?

FBW 555Y is a 1983 Honda GL1100, first registered on 1 March 1983.

Is FBW 555Y safe to buy?

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