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G944 JRP

1989 Honda GL1200

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

42,816 mi
Last recorded42,816 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1989 Honda GL120041,842 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG944 JRP
MakeHonda
ModelGL1200
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 42,816 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 41,968 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 41,676 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 41,231 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 40,463 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 39,540 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2021 39,540 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 39,534 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 39,411 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 39,411 miles

Offside Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 39,341 miles

slightly soft rear/linked needs bleeding

Pass 5 Apr 2014 39,109 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 39,109 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2013 38,547 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 38,547 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2011 38,148 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2011 38,148 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2010 37,847 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 37,632 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 36,655 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 36,036 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2007 36,031 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2006 35,691 miles

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

frame repaired by centre stand

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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G944 JRP is a 1989 Honda GL1200 in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 G944 JRP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G944 JRP registered?

G944 JRP is a 1989 Honda GL1200, first registered on 27 September 1989.

Is G944 JRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for G944 JRP shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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