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RDY 181S

1977 Honda GL1000

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

73,496 mi
Last recorded73,496 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2009
Typical for 1977 Honda GL100040,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRDY 181S
MakeHonda
ModelGL1000
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2009 73,496 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 73,447 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2008 72,695 miles

front brake caliper/pads have slight corrosion build up

Pass 2 Oct 2007 71,471 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2006 70,572 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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RDY 181S is a 1977 Honda GL1000 in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1977 Honda GL1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 40,598 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 RDY 181S, 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 49 years old, this Honda GL1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RDY 181S?

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What year was RDY 181S registered?

RDY 181S is a 1977 Honda GL1000, first registered on 2 August 1977.

Is RDY 181S safe to buy?

The MOT history for RDY 181S shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RDY 181S have outstanding finance?

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