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B26 XWY

1985 Honda GL1200

Silver Petrol 1182cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

58,406 mi
Last recorded58,406 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2016
Typical for 1985 Honda GL120057,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB26 XWY
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,182cc
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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2016 58,406 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 58,327 miles
Fail 10 May 2014 58,262 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 57,805 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

rear brake slightly binding

Fail 9 Mar 2013 57,805 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

rear brake slightly binding

Fail 11 Apr 2012 56,888 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 56,888 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2010 55,960 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 4 Nov 2010 55,960 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 55,929 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 55,558 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 55,540 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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B26 XWY is a 1985 Honda GL1200 in Silver with a 1,182cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1985 Honda GL1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 57,756 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 B26 XWY, 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 41 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 B26 XWY registered?

B26 XWY is a 1985 Honda GL1200, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B26 XWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for B26 XWY shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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