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E252 NEH

1988 Honda GL1200

Blue Petrol 1182cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

50,769 mi
Last recorded50,769 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 1988 Honda GL120055,885 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE252 NEH
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,182cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 50,769 miles

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

Central Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 26 Jun 2025 50,769 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2023 50,471 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 49,087 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 48,758 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 48,288 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 48,287 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 47,366 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 4 May 2006 46,672 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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E252 NEH is a 1988 Honda GL1200 in Blue with a 1,182cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 E252 NEH, 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 E252 NEH registered?

E252 NEH is a 1988 Honda GL1200, first registered on 13 June 1988.

Is E252 NEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for E252 NEH shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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