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C478 NHJ

1986 Honda GL1200

Grey Petrol 1182cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,239 mi
Last recorded1,239 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2021
Typical for 1986 Honda GL120054,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC478 NHJ
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,182cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2021 1,239 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2021 1,227 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 13 Jun 2020 100,489 miles
Fail 20 May 2020 100,448 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 99,962 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 99,887 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2017 99,887 miles

Rear Brake component has an inadequate repair (3.1.5)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2017 99,830 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 99,223 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Fail 19 Aug 2015 99,223 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2014 93,537 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 91,677 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 87,304 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 87,133 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 86,478 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 Jul 2006 86,274 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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C478 NHJ is a 1986 Honda GL1200 in Grey with a 1,182cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 C478 NHJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C478 NHJ registered?

C478 NHJ is a 1986 Honda GL1200, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C478 NHJ safe to buy?

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