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C470 ECV

1985 Honda GL1200

Beige Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

58,417 mi
Last recorded58,417 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda GL120057,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC470 ECV
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 58,417 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 58,417 miles

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

both brakes slightly spongy but meet requirements for test

Fail 16 Aug 2024 58,417 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

both brakes slightly spongy but meet requirements for test

Pass 19 Jun 2023 58,401 miles

Both brakes slightly spongy

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

Pass 4 Mar 2022 58,216 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 57,726 miles

slightly spongy brakes but meet requirements

Pass 13 Feb 2020 57,619 miles

Front brake slightly spongy

Rear brake slightly spongy

Pass 6 Feb 2019 55,172 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 52,363 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 52,401 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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C470 ECV is a 1985 Honda GL1200 in Beige with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 C470 ECV, 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

How do I check the history of C470 ECV?

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What year was C470 ECV registered?

C470 ECV is a 1985 Honda GL1200, first registered on 2 August 1985.

Is C470 ECV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C470 ECV shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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