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F182 OVS

1989 Honda GL1200

Beige Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

96,959 mi
Last recorded96,959 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Honda GL120041,842 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF182 OVS
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1989
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 96,959 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 91,482 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 87,326 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 82,925 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 80,793 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 78,085 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 75,494 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 72,018 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Mar 2019 71,968 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 68,932 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 68,931 miles

Sidecar wheel bearings are slightly rough (5.2.3d)

headlamp aim slightly high

Pass 17 Mar 2016 68,931 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit sidecar brake pads close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Apr 2015 68,931 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 68,198 miles

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

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

sidecar brake pads worn close to limit

Pass 27 Mar 2013 65,927 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Mar 2012 63,546 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2012 63,546 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 60,442 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 60,431 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

sidecar brake pads are worn to almost 1,5mm.Advise replacement to avoid damage to brake disc

Pass 11 Sep 2009 56,366 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 54,106 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 54,010 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2007 54,010 miles

Offside Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Fail 12 Jun 2007 54,956 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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F182 OVS is a 1989 Honda GL1200 in Beige with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1989 Honda GL1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 41,842 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 F182 OVS, 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 37 years old, this Honda GL1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F182 OVS registered?

F182 OVS is a 1989 Honda GL1200, first registered on 3 May 1989.

Is F182 OVS safe to buy?

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