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LWF 158W

1981 Honda GL1100

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

55,243 mi
Last recorded55,243 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2021
Typical for 1981 Honda GL110041,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWF 158W
MakeHonda
ModelGL1100
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2021 55,243 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 55,067 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2020 55,052 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 30 May 2019 54,876 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 54,741 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 54,605 miles

rear tyre walls perished

Pass 18 Jul 2015 532,974 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2015 532,974 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2010 52,431 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 50,645 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2009 50,416 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 50,359 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 50,353 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2006 50,333 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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LWF 158W is a 1981 Honda GL1100 in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LWF 158W, 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 LWF 158W?

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What year was LWF 158W registered?

LWF 158W is a 1981 Honda GL1100, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is LWF 158W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LWF 158W shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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