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B862 BJO

1985 Honda GL1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

196,963 mi
Last recorded196,963 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda GL120057,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB862 BJO
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 196,963 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 195,608 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 195,019 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 193,790 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 192,820 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 191,499 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 190,567 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 189,602 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2017 188,569 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 187,510 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 185,818 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 182,080 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 176,969 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 173,568 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 167,923 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 163,337 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 156,796 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 150,289 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2008 150,236 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2007 140,602 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 131,998 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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B862 BJO is a 1985 Honda GL1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 B862 BJO, 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 B862 BJO registered?

B862 BJO is a 1985 Honda GL1200, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B862 BJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for B862 BJO shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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