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E515 TAV

1988 Honda GL1200

Silver Petrol 1182cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2022
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

64,699 mi
Last recorded64,699 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2021
Typical for 1988 Honda GL120055,885 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE515 TAV
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,182cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2021 64,699 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 64,696 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2020 63,395 miles
Fail 20 May 2020 63,391 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Fail 23 Mar 2020 63,387 miles

Brake performance not tested due to leaking fluid (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle mudflap (5.2.3 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords worn through to cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Road wheel fixing loose front spindle moving in shock absorber at nearside (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear mudguard loose washers securing it not big enough

slight notch in headbearing

Pass 27 Oct 2018 60,706 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 58,414 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 56,677 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 54,260 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 53,523 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 53,456 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 May 2009 51,714 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2008 51,329 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 51,329 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 49,119 miles
Fail 19 May 2007 49,119 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 6 May 2006 48,423 miles
Fail 6 May 2006 48,423 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 26 Apr 2005 46,906 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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E515 TAV is a 1988 Honda GL1200 in Silver with a 1,182cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 E515 TAV, 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 E515 TAV registered?

E515 TAV is a 1988 Honda GL1200, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E515 TAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E515 TAV shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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