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C808 BSR

1986 Honda GL1200

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

74,124 mi
Last recorded74,124 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 1986 Honda GL120054,444 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC808 BSR
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 74,124 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2024 74,109 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 74,011 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 72,419 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 71,539 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 70,552 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 64,371 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 63,656 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 63,097 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 60,633 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 59,496 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Sep 2013 58,534 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Sep 2012 57,606 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Sep 2011 57,289 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 54,820 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 54,820 miles

Front Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 16 May 2008 50,324 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 50,324 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2006 48,925 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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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C808 BSR is a 1986 Honda GL1200 in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 C808 BSR, 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 C808 BSR registered?

C808 BSR is a 1986 Honda GL1200, first registered on 1 May 1986.

Is C808 BSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C808 BSR shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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