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KOG 130W

1981 Honda GL1100

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,938 mi
Last recorded43,938 miles
Recorded on6 May 2021
Typical for 1981 Honda GL110041,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKOG 130W
MakeHonda
ModelGL1100
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2021 43,938 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2020 43,834 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 43,488 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 43,488 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 43,369 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 43,144 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 42,328 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 42,192 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 41,412 miles

front brake travel attention soon

Fail 4 Apr 2014 41,412 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

front brake travel attention soon

Pass 7 Mar 2012 40,886 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 40,884 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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KOG 130W is a 1981 Honda GL1100 in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KOG 130W, 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

How do I check the history of KOG 130W?

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What year was KOG 130W registered?

KOG 130W is a 1981 Honda GL1100, first registered on 2 July 1981.

Is KOG 130W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KOG 130W shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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