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C801 VDL

1986 Honda GL1200

Red Petrol 1182cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

33,032 mi
Last recorded33,032 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2023
Typical for 1986 Honda GL120054,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC801 VDL
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,182cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2023 33,032 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 32,958 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 32,893 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2021 32,877 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Aug 2020 32,451 miles

Stop lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2020 32,435 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2020 32,377 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2019 31,763 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 31,064 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 30,277 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 29,842 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 29,827 miles

front brake travel close to maximum border line

near side rear brake effort border line

Pass 27 Feb 2014 29,638 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 29,732 miles

front brake leaver a bit spongy (border line )

near side rear brake effort border line

Pass 28 Jul 2011 29,021 miles

rear master cylinder damp ?

Pass 30 Jul 2010 28,550 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 28,186 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 27,829 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 25,847 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 25,845 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2007 25,842 miles

Front Brake back plate(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Sep 2005 24,953 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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C801 VDL is a 1986 Honda GL1200 in Red with a 1,182cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 C801 VDL, 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 C801 VDL registered?

C801 VDL is a 1986 Honda GL1200, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C801 VDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C801 VDL shows 22 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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