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D162 JHW

1987 Honda VT1100

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,059 mi
Last recorded26,059 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2021
Typical for 1987 Honda VT110041,149 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD162 JHW
MakeHonda
ModelVT1100
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2021 26,059 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 25,991 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2018 25,063 miles

Front tyre has slight cracking to side walls no cords showing at time of test

Rear tyre has slight cracking to side walls no cords showing at time of test

Fail 19 Dec 2018 25,063 miles

Brake disc contaminated oil (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front tyre has slight cracking to side walls no cords showing at time of test

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear tyre has slight cracking to side walls no cords showing at time of test

Pass 19 Jul 2017 23,536 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 23,525 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 23,520 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 23,468 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 23,454 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 20 Jun 2013 23,454 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 23,271 miles

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

front brake binding slightly

front tyre both sidewalls perished

numberplate cracked & starting to deteriorate

Fail 16 Jun 2011 21,560 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 21,560 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 21,387 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 21,354 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VT1100?

Based on 2,360 MOT tests across 234 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
598
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
234
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
reflector on motorcycle missing 11
wheel bearings are excessively rough 9
wheel bearings have excessive free play 9
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D162 JHW is a 1987 Honda VT1100 in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1987 Honda VT1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 41,149 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 VT1100 fails its MOT is exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D162 JHW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VT1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 39 years old, this Honda VT1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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D162 JHW is a 1987 Honda VT1100, first registered on 31 December 1987.

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