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JNW 597Y

1983 Honda GL1100

Red Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

62,682 mi
Last recorded62,682 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2014
Typical for 1983 Honda GL110050,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJNW 597Y
MakeHonda
ModelGL1100
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2014 62,682 miles

Front brake has slightly reduced reserve travel

Nearside handlebar grip slightly damaged

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

Pass 16 Sep 2013 59,966 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 58,947 miles

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 28 Mar 2012 58,939 miles

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 54,953 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2010 53,123 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 51,773 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 3 Apr 2009 51,764 miles

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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JNW 597Y is a 1983 Honda GL1100 in Red with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JNW 597Y, 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 JNW 597Y registered?

JNW 597Y is a 1983 Honda GL1100, first registered on 1 June 1983.

Is JNW 597Y safe to buy?

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