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E77 MFA

1988 Honda GL1200

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

69,316 mi
Last recorded69,316 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 Honda GL120055,885 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE77 MFA
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 69,316 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 69,215 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 69,010 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2021 114,837 miles

Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak fork stanchion seal (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Stop lamp(s) all not working control one at handle bar leaver (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Brake cable damaged but not to excess cable has some wires broken (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Front brake caliper dust cover missing

Pass 17 Jul 2020 114,633 miles

Central Front Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 114,596 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 113,918 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 113,292 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 111,707 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 109,680 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 108,087 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 108,087 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 106,534 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 105,606 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 104,985 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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E77 MFA 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 E77 MFA, 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 E77 MFA registered?

E77 MFA is a 1988 Honda GL1200, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E77 MFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E77 MFA 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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