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E611 VMB

1987 Honda GL1200

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

52,489 mi
Last recorded52,489 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 1987 Honda GL120056,508 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE611 VMB
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 52,489 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2024 52,484 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2023 52,480 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 52,464 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 36,516 miles

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

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Dec 2020 36,516 miles

Stop lamp not working hand (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 35,912 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 35,743 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 35,628 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 34,795 miles

Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 34,334 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 18 Jan 2014 34,210 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 13 Oct 2012 81,624 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 8 Oct 2011 63,719 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 43,748 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 41,746 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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E611 VMB is a 1987 Honda GL1200 in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 E611 VMB, 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.

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What year was E611 VMB registered?

E611 VMB is a 1987 Honda GL1200, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E611 VMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E611 VMB shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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