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HMR 689W

1981 Honda GL1100

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

51,006 mi
Last recorded51,006 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2021
Typical for 1981 Honda GL110041,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHMR 689W
MakeHonda
ModelGL1100
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2021 51,006 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit on the legal limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Wheel bearing has slight play side car wheel bearing also slightly noisy (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp effected by indicators (4.2.3 (b))

Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp effected by indicators (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 47,857 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 43,419 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 41,176 miles

main stand mounting corroded away

swingarm started to corrode

Pass 3 Feb 2017 38,266 miles

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

Fail 31 Jan 2017 38,255 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2016 36,952 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 34,184 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 33,443 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 73,709 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 73,313 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 71,881 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 71,038 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 70,668 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 70,596 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 70,503 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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HMR 689W is a 1981 Honda GL1100 in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HMR 689W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HMR 689W registered?

HMR 689W is a 1981 Honda GL1100, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is HMR 689W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HMR 689W shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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