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KMB 227Y

1982 Honda GL1100

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

68,282 mi
Last recorded68,282 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2016
Typical for 1982 Honda GL110045,530 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKMB 227Y
MakeHonda
ModelGL1100
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2016 68,282 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 68,213 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 68,213 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2009 68,212 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2009 68,208 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 8 May 2008 67,731 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2006 66,151 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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KMB 227Y is a 1982 Honda GL1100 in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1982 Honda GL1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 45,530 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 KMB 227Y, 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 44 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 KMB 227Y registered?

KMB 227Y is a 1982 Honda GL1100, first registered on 11 October 1982.

Is KMB 227Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for KMB 227Y shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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