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DBN 111V

1980 Honda GL1100

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2021
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

58,989 mi
Last recorded58,989 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2020
Typical for 1980 Honda GL110047,636 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBN 111V
MakeHonda
ModelGL1100
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2020 58,989 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 58,272 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2019 58,267 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Fail 22 Jun 2019 16,445 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 57,414 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 56,452 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 24 Jun 2017 56,452 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 20 May 2017 56,446 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.2.B2a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 12 May 2016 54,487 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 53,101 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 53,101 miles

Nearside Front Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 51,483 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 28 Apr 2014 51,483 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 49,779 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 49,764 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Fail 11 Nov 2008 49,764 miles

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

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 10 Oct 2007 48,644 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2007 48,611 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2006 47,079 miles

How Reliable is the Honda GL1100?

Based on 5,390 MOT tests across 835 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
448
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
835
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 158
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 100
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 67
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 47
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 33
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DBN 111V is a 1980 Honda GL1100 in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 1980 Honda GL1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 47,636 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 GL1100 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 158 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DBN 111V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda GL1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 46 years old, this Honda GL1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DBN 111V?

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What year was DBN 111V registered?

DBN 111V is a 1980 Honda GL1100, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is DBN 111V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBN 111V shows 19 tests with a 57.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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