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SUG 270W

1981 Honda GL1100

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,153 mi
Last recorded33,153 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2014
Typical for 1981 Honda GL110041,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUG 270W
MakeHonda
ModelGL1100
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2014 33,153 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Offside Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 11 Jul 2014 33,153 miles

Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Offside Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2008 32,947 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2007 32,183 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 31,960 miles

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

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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SUG 270W is a 1981 Honda GL1100 in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SUG 270W, 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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What year was SUG 270W registered?

SUG 270W is a 1981 Honda GL1100, first registered on 13 March 1981.

Is SUG 270W safe to buy?

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