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MFC 153W

1981 Honda GL1100

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,149 mi
Last recorded63,149 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2009
Typical for 1981 Honda GL110041,200 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFC 153W
MakeHonda
ModelGL1100
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2009 63,149 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 62,639 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2008 62,639 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 62,097 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2005 61,988 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2005 61,983 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

advise lh fork seal misting oil

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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MFC 153W is a 1981 Honda GL1100 in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MFC 153W, 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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How do I check the history of MFC 153W?

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What year was MFC 153W registered?

MFC 153W is a 1981 Honda GL1100, first registered on 3 February 1981.

Is MFC 153W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MFC 153W shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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