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A90 BWJ

1984 Honda GL1200

Beige Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

66,663 mi
Last recorded66,663 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2023
Typical for 1984 Honda GL120059,619 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA90 BWJ
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1984
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2023 66,663 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 66,600 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 66,539 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 66,477 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 66,250 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 66,102 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 65,888 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 65,582 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 64,966 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 63,178 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011
Pass 28 Jul 2010 61,114 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 56,012 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 58,995 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2007 58,977 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose exposed to excessive heat (3.6.B.4f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Brake rod excessively damaged and seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Front Hand operated control valve leaking (3.2.1d)

Offside Rear Brake hose exposed to excessive heat (3.6.B.4f)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Sep 2005 58,745 miles

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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A90 BWJ is a 1984 Honda GL1200 in Beige with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A90 BWJ, 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.

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What year was A90 BWJ registered?

A90 BWJ is a 1984 Honda GL1200, first registered on 19 June 1984.

Is A90 BWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A90 BWJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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