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C909 GGO

1985 Honda GL1200

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

99,597 mi
Last recorded99,597 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2023
Typical for 1985 Honda GL120057,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC909 GGO
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2023 99,597 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 97,264 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 95,387 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2021 95,385 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2019 94,488 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 93,951 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 92,718 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 89,088 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 89,058 miles

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

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 24 Oct 2011 86,665 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 851,545 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 81,396 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Sep 2009 81,376 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2008 78,829 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 75,537 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 71,398 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 71,354 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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C909 GGO is a 1985 Honda GL1200 in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 C909 GGO, 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

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What year was C909 GGO registered?

C909 GGO is a 1985 Honda GL1200, first registered on 18 September 1985.

Is C909 GGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for C909 GGO shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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