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B88 DGH

1985 Honda GL1200

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2024
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

60,526 mi
Last recorded60,526 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2023
Typical for 1985 Honda GL120057,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB88 DGH
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2023 60,526 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 59,030 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 57,121 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 65,043 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 64,801 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2018 64,801 miles

Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 25 Mar 2017 62,889 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. stanchion pitted (2.3.1)

Fail 18 Mar 2017 62,888 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. stanchion pitted (2.3.1)

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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B88 DGH is a 1985 Honda GL1200 in Blue with a 1,198cc 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 B88 DGH, 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 B88 DGH registered?

B88 DGH is a 1985 Honda GL1200, first registered on 25 May 1985.

Is B88 DGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for B88 DGH 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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