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JTG 43W

1981 Honda GL1100

Maroon Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,333 mi
Last recorded11,333 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2016
Typical for 1981 Honda GL110041,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJTG 43W
MakeHonda
ModelGL1100
Year1981
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2016 11,333 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 11,234 miles

tyre pressures front / rear very low . Pressures adjusted during test.

Pass 11 Jul 2014 11,068 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 10,915 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 18 Jul 2013 10,915 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 30 May 2012 10,299 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 9,073 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Fail 20 Apr 2011 9,053 miles

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

one tail light bulb not working

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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JTG 43W is a 1981 Honda GL1100 in Maroon with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 JTG 43W, 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.

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What year was JTG 43W registered?

JTG 43W is a 1981 Honda GL1100, first registered on 26 March 1981.

Is JTG 43W safe to buy?

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