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D895 VEV

1987 Honda GL1200

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

77,035 mi
Last recorded77,035 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 1987 Honda GL120056,508 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD895 VEV
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 77,035 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 77,035 miles
Fail 2 May 2024 77,035 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 75,845 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 74,162 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 72,987 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 71,207 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 69,530 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 66,380 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 65,099 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 63,902 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 62,117 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 May 2014 62,117 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 59,852 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 57,833 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 56,940 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 56,324 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 54,516 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 51,442 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2008 51,442 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2007 50,729 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 May 2006 48,590 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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D895 VEV is a 1987 Honda GL1200 in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1987 Honda GL1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 56,508 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 D895 VEV, 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 39 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 D895 VEV registered?

D895 VEV is a 1987 Honda GL1200, first registered on 27 April 1987.

Is D895 VEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D895 VEV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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