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E161 GMY

1987 Honda GL1200

Gold Petrol 1182cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,708 mi
Last recorded60,708 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Honda GL120056,508 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE161 GMY
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1987
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,182cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 19 May 2026 60,708 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2025 58,877 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 57,694 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 63,621 miles

advise-disc covers fitted.unable to see brake pads

Pass 28 Apr 2006 61,241 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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E161 GMY is a 1987 Honda GL1200 in Gold with a 1,182cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E161 GMY, 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

How do I check the history of E161 GMY?

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What year was E161 GMY registered?

E161 GMY is a 1987 Honda GL1200, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is E161 GMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for E161 GMY shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E161 GMY have outstanding finance?

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