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C396 WPA

1985 Honda GL1200

Beige Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

63,582 mi
Last recorded63,582 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2024
Typical for 1985 Honda GL120057,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC396 WPA
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2024 63,582 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

rear tyres over ten years old

Pass 9 Apr 2021 63,571 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 61,649 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2019 61,649 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2016 61,614 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 61,584 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 61,555 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 61,409 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 61,243 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 61,007 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 60,213 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 59,093 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 58,303 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 19 Jun 2008 58,285 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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C396 WPA is a 1985 Honda GL1200 in Beige with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 C396 WPA, 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 C396 WPA registered?

C396 WPA is a 1985 Honda GL1200, first registered on 2 August 1985.

Is C396 WPA safe to buy?

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