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D988 JKR

1986 Honda GL650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

52,627 mi
Last recorded52,627 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 1986 Honda GL65038,455 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD988 JKR
MakeHonda
ModelGL650
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 52,627 miles

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 51,829 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 25 May 2016 51,829 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 49,511 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 May 2014 48,577 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 2 May 2012 48,569 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2009 48,528 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 48,523 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 48,270 miles

How Reliable is the Honda GL650?

Based on 821 MOT tests across 110 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
440
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 30
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
suspension has inadequate damping effect. 7
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D988 JKR is a 1986 Honda GL650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1986 Honda GL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 38,455 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda GL650 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D988 JKR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda GL650 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 40 years old, this Honda GL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D988 JKR?

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What year was D988 JKR registered?

D988 JKR is a 1986 Honda GL650, first registered on 4 August 1986.

Is D988 JKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for D988 JKR shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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