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A79 EBL

1984 Honda GL1200

Maroon Petrol 1182cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2022
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,901 mi
Last recorded75,901 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2021
Typical for 1984 Honda GL120059,619 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA79 EBL
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1984
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,182cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2021 75,901 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 75,885 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 May 2013 75,568 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 75,424 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 74,843 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2009 74,843 miles

Front wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

How Reliable is the Honda GL1200?

Based on 6,154 MOT tests across 774 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
578
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
774
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 139
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 126
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 61
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 50
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 46
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A79 EBL is a 1984 Honda GL1200 in Maroon with a 1,182cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1984 Honda GL1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 59,619 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 GL1200 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A79 EBL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda GL1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 42 years old, this Honda GL1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A79 EBL registered?

A79 EBL is a 1984 Honda GL1200, first registered on 31 December 1984.

Is A79 EBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A79 EBL 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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