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JKM 487Y

1983 Honda GL1100

Red Petrol 1095cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

34,947 mi
Last recorded34,947 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2023
Typical for 1983 Honda GL110050,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJKM 487Y
MakeHonda
ModelGL1100
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,095cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2023 34,947 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 34,176 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 32,495 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 32,429 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2010 26,783 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 23,103 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 21,169 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 19,243 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 18,594 miles

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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JKM 487Y is a 1983 Honda GL1100 in Red with a 1,095cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1983 Honda GL1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 50,042 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 JKM 487Y, 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 43 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 JKM 487Y registered?

JKM 487Y is a 1983 Honda GL1100, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is JKM 487Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for JKM 487Y shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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