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EMW 76W

1980 Honda GL1100

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,655 mi
Last recorded37,655 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2009
Typical for 1980 Honda GL110047,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEMW 76W
MakeHonda
ModelGL1100
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2009 37,655 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 37,650 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 35,380 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 68 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 368 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

How Reliable is the Honda GL1100?

Based on 5,390 MOT tests across 835 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
448
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
835
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 158
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 100
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 67
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 47
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 33
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EMW 76W is a 1980 Honda GL1100 in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1980 Honda GL1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 47,636 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 GL1100 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 158 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EMW 76W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda GL1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 46 years old, this Honda GL1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EMW 76W registered?

EMW 76W is a 1980 Honda GL1100, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is EMW 76W safe to buy?

The MOT history for EMW 76W shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EMW 76W have outstanding finance?

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