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C961 HMC

1986 Honda GL1200

Gold Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

58,316 mi
Last recorded58,316 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2014
Typical for 1986 Honda GL120054,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC961 HMC
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1986
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2014 58,316 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 58,056 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 57,527 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 56,667 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 55,738 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 55,738 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2009 54,510 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 54,510 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 May 2008 52,985 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 51,026 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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C961 HMC is a 1986 Honda GL1200 in Gold with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 C961 HMC, 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

How do I check the history of C961 HMC?

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What year was C961 HMC registered?

C961 HMC is a 1986 Honda GL1200, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C961 HMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C961 HMC shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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