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FMG 223V

1980 Honda GL1000

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

56,965 mi
Last recorded56,965 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2016
Typical for 1980 Honda GL100044,190 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMG 223V
MakeHonda
ModelGL1000
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2016 56,965 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 55,831 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 55,798 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

front tyre perished

rear brake binding

rear brake juddering

Fail 9 Jul 2011 55,776 miles

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

front tyre perished

rear brake pads separating from backing

Pass 3 Nov 2007 55,677 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2006 55,523 miles

How Reliable is the Honda GL1000?

Based on 1,909 MOT tests across 357 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
312
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
357
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 40
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 15
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 10
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FMG 223V is a 1980 Honda GL1000 in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1980 Honda GL1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 44,190 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda GL1000 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FMG 223V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda GL1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 46 years old, this Honda GL1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FMG 223V registered?

FMG 223V is a 1980 Honda GL1000, first registered on 24 April 1980.

Is FMG 223V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMG 223V shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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