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H261 JBF

1990 Honda GL1200

Black Petrol 1182cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

72,456 mi
Last recorded72,456 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2018
Typical for 1990 Honda GL120038,106 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH261 JBF
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,182cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2018 72,456 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2018 72,456 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 69,546 miles

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

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

Rear Lower Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 67,160 miles

Centre Front Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 63,283 miles

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

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 59,920 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 56,900 miles

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 53,903 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 51,451 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 48,127 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 42,304 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 42,304 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2007 39,854 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 39,462 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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H261 JBF is a 1990 Honda GL1200 in Black with a 1,182cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1990 Honda GL1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 38,106 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 H261 JBF, 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 36 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 H261 JBF registered?

H261 JBF is a 1990 Honda GL1200, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is H261 JBF safe to buy?

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