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E503 KRE

1988 Honda GL1200

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

45,059 mi
Last recorded45,059 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 1988 Honda GL120055,885 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE503 KRE
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 45,059 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 44,987 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 44,936 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 44,639 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 44,523 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 44,311 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 44,115 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 44,108 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2011 43,647 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 42,925 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 42,314 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 May 2008 41,633 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 41,446 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 41,440 miles

Front Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Pass 2 May 2006 41,243 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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E503 KRE is a 1988 Honda GL1200 in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 E503 KRE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E503 KRE registered?

E503 KRE is a 1988 Honda GL1200, first registered on 4 January 1988.

Is E503 KRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E503 KRE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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