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KAE 779P

1975 Honda GL1000

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

34,376 mi
Last recorded34,376 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2016
Typical for 1975 Honda GL100032,020 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAE 779P
MakeHonda
ModelGL1000
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2016 34,376 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 34,240 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 32,679 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 32,020 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2013 32,020 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2012 30,838 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

v/ slight bend to bars

Fail 19 Apr 2012 30,830 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

v/ slight bend to bars

Pass 12 Apr 2011 29,461 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 29,461 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 27,371 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 26,852 miles

How Reliable is the Honda GL1000?

Based on 1,909 MOT tests across 357 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
312
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
357
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 40
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 15
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 10
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KAE 779P is a 1975 Honda GL1000 in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1975 Honda GL1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 32,020 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 GL1000 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KAE 779P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda GL1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 51 years old, this Honda GL1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KAE 779P registered?

KAE 779P is a 1975 Honda GL1000, first registered on 1 November 1975.

Is KAE 779P safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAE 779P shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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