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E257 NEH

1988 Honda GL1200

Blue Petrol 1182cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

46,490 mi
Last recorded46,490 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2012
Typical for 1988 Honda GL120055,885 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE257 NEH
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,182cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2012 46,490 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 46,485 miles

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

Rear Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 46,426 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 46,420 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 46,081 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

motorcycle front tyre worn unevenly

Pass 24 Sep 2007 45,290 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 44,358 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 44,358 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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E257 NEH is a 1988 Honda GL1200 in Blue with a 1,182cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 E257 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 E257 NEH registered?

E257 NEH is a 1988 Honda GL1200, first registered on 13 June 1988.

Is E257 NEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for E257 NEH shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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