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B735 XOW

1985 Honda GL1200

Red Petrol 1182cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,444 mi
Last recorded70,444 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2015
Typical for 1985 Honda GL120057,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB735 XOW
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,182cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2015 70,444 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 68,685 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2013 67,721 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2013 67,713 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Nov 2012 66,960 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 66,952 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Sep 2011 65,508 miles

front tyre perished

Pass 15 Apr 2010 63,070 miles

FRONT /REAR SLIGHT BRAKE BIND

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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B735 XOW is a 1985 Honda GL1200 in Red with a 1,182cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 B735 XOW, 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 B735 XOW registered?

B735 XOW is a 1985 Honda GL1200, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B735 XOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B735 XOW shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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