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FWU 136T

1979 Honda GL1000

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

29,897 mi
Last recorded29,897 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2009
Typical for 1979 Honda GL100036,798 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWU 136T
MakeHonda
ModelGL1000
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2009 29,897 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 29,891 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 29,862 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2006 29,862 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Fail 9 Aug 2006 29,862 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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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FWU 136T is a 1979 Honda GL1000 in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1979 Honda GL1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 36,798 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 GL1000 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FWU 136T, 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 47 years old, this Honda GL1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FWU 136T?

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What year was FWU 136T registered?

FWU 136T is a 1979 Honda GL1000, first registered on 1 May 1979.

Is FWU 136T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWU 136T shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FWU 136T have outstanding finance?

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