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B836 JVK

1985 Honda GL1200

Red Petrol 1182cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

41,521 mi
Last recorded41,521 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2018
Typical for 1985 Honda GL120057,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB836 JVK
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,182cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2018 41,521 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 40,729 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 39,600 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 38,067 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2014 38,065 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2013 35,968 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2012 33,899 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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B836 JVK is a 1985 Honda GL1200 in Red with a 1,182cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 B836 JVK, 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 B836 JVK registered?

B836 JVK is a 1985 Honda GL1200, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B836 JVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for B836 JVK 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 B836 JVK have outstanding finance?

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