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BYE 420T

1979 Honda GL1000

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

17,008 mi
Last recorded17,008 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2017
Typical for 1979 Honda GL100036,798 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYE 420T
MakeHonda
ModelGL1000
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2017 17,008 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 16,918 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 16,900 miles

Nearside Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 16,900 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 16,858 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 16,858 miles

Offside Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 16,791 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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BYE 420T is a 1979 Honda GL1000 in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BYE 420T, 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 BYE 420T?

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What year was BYE 420T registered?

BYE 420T is a 1979 Honda GL1000, first registered on 12 July 1979.

Is BYE 420T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BYE 420T shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BYE 420T have outstanding finance?

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