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HTY 551W

1981 Honda GL1100

Green Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

2,835 mi
Last recorded2,835 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2021
Typical for 1981 Honda GL110041,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTY 551W
MakeHonda
ModelGL1100
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2021 2,835 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 2,346 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 May 2019 1,592 miles

rear diff damp

slight play in n/s/f caliper silde

Pass 15 Jun 2018 371 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Jun 2018 370 miles

Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen incorrect (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2015 230 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2015 203 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear Trikes, quads or pre-68 vehicles, service brake efficiency below requirements no reserve on pedal (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 65 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

diff noisy

propshaft joints worn

Fail 27 Sep 2014 46 miles

Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1) DANGEROUS

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

propshaft joints worn

Pass 7 Sep 2013 9,907 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 9,233 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 7,673 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 5,451 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 2,896 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (9.2.7b)

Pass 31 May 2008 2,136 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 1,766 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 6 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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HTY 551W is a 1981 Honda GL1100 in Green with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 HTY 551W, 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 HTY 551W registered?

HTY 551W is a 1981 Honda GL1100, first registered on 28 January 1981.

Is HTY 551W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HTY 551W shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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