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C418 RCN

1986 Honda GL1200

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

52,488 mi
Last recorded52,488 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2022
Typical for 1986 Honda GL120054,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC418 RCN
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2022 52,488 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 52,419 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 52,389 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Nearside Front Brake component defective due to a deliberate modification which significantly reduces the original strength pad pin lock plate missing (3.1.5)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake caliper dust boots missing

lower rear lights not working

Pass 8 Feb 2012 51,511 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 51,511 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 46,557 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 44,218 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2009 41,271 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 36,856 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 34,370 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 31,690 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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C418 RCN is a 1986 Honda GL1200 in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1986 Honda GL1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 54,444 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 C418 RCN, 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 40 years old, this Honda GL1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C418 RCN registered?

C418 RCN is a 1986 Honda GL1200, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C418 RCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for C418 RCN shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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