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HTU 274X

1981 Honda GL1100

Gold Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

61,407 mi
Last recorded61,407 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2016
Typical for 1981 Honda GL110041,200 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTU 274X
MakeHonda
ModelGL1100
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2016 61,407 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 11 Jun 2016 61,376 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure excessively corroded at frame above centre stand mounting (6.1.1a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 May 2015 60,233 miles

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

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 22 May 2015 60,203 miles

Rear Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

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

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 57,759 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2012 56,983 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

front tyre showing sings of ageing cracks on tread area

Pass 13 Aug 2011 56,829 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 566,336 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2009 55,749 miles
Fail 30 May 2009 55,699 miles

Front Brake hose which buldges (3.2.B4)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 30 May 2008 54,834 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 53,626 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 51,796 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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HTU 274X is a 1981 Honda GL1100 in Gold with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HTU 274X, 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 HTU 274X registered?

HTU 274X is a 1981 Honda GL1100, first registered on 1 August 1981.

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