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VBD 47R

2008 Honda GL1000

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,511 mi
Last recorded40,511 miles
Recorded on20 May 2014
4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBD 47R
MakeHonda
ModelGL1000
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2014 40,511 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2013 40,426 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 39,117 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2011 37,752 miles

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 37,752 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 35,235 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 34,028 miles

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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VBD 47R is a 2008 Honda GL1000 in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VBD 47R, 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 18 years old, this Honda GL1000 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was VBD 47R registered?

VBD 47R is a 2008 Honda GL1000, first registered on 1 November 2008.

Is VBD 47R safe to buy?

The MOT history for VBD 47R shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VBD 47R have outstanding finance?

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