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PGL 238Y

1982 Honda GL1100

Red Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2024
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

45,000 mi
Last recorded45,000 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2023
Typical for 1982 Honda GL110045,530 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGL 238Y
MakeHonda
ModelGL1100
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2023 45,000 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Jun 2023 45,000 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2015 43,075 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 42,769 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 42,656 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 42,404 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2012 42,397 miles

Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 60,720 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2010 60,701 miles

Centre front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

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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PGL 238Y is a 1982 Honda GL1100 in Red with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Honda GL1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 45,530 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 PGL 238Y, 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 44 years old, this Honda GL1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PGL 238Y registered?

PGL 238Y is a 1982 Honda GL1100, first registered on 18 August 1982.

Is PGL 238Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGL 238Y shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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