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BPC 916T

1979 Honda GL1000

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

40,082 mi
Last recorded40,082 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 1979 Honda GL100036,798 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPC 916T
MakeHonda
ModelGL1000
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 40,082 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened pitted stantion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened pitted stantion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2024 39,574 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Dec 2023 39,134 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2023 39,134 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 38,521 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 38,254 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2021 38,121 miles

Offside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Sep 2020 37,766 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 37,650 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 37,279 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 37,135 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 36,608 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 36,197 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 35,890 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2013 35,486 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 35,486 miles

Front Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 35,338 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 35,188 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 2 Sep 2011 35,186 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 27 Aug 2010 35,105 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 35,105 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 34,954 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 34,954 miles

How Reliable is the Honda GL1000?

Based on 1,909 MOT tests across 357 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
312
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
357
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 40
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 15
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 10
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BPC 916T is a 1979 Honda GL1000 in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1979 Honda GL1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 36,798 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 GL1000 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BPC 916T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda GL1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 47 years old, this Honda GL1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BPC 916T?

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What year was BPC 916T registered?

BPC 916T is a 1979 Honda GL1000, first registered on 26 March 1979.

Is BPC 916T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPC 916T shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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