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E121 MBF

1988 Honda GL1200

Red Petrol 1182cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,584 mi
Last recorded49,584 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 1988 Honda GL120055,885 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE121 MBF
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,182cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 49,584 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 49,520 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 49,331 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2022 49,188 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 49,097 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 48,822 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 48,668 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 48,192 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2018 48,192 miles

Front Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Rear Wheel fixing loose (multiple fixings) (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Apr 2015 48,180 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 48,103 miles

auxiliary lights fitted front + rear

Pass 12 Jun 2013 48,108 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 48,044 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 48,043 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 3 Jan 2011 47,047 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Jan 2011 47,047 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2010 46,066 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 45,983 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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E121 MBF is a 1988 Honda GL1200 in Red with a 1,182cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1988 Honda GL1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 55,885 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 E121 MBF, 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 38 years old, this Honda GL1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E121 MBF registered?

E121 MBF is a 1988 Honda GL1200, first registered on 13 April 1988.

Is E121 MBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for E121 MBF shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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