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RWT 14R

1976 Honda GL1000

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,039 mi
Last recorded12,039 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2015
Typical for 1976 Honda GL100037,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRWT 14R
MakeHonda
ModelGL1000
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2015 12,039 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 12,026 miles

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

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 12,008 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2012 11,970 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

slight knock from head bearings

throttle cables fouling tank on full lock

Fail 25 Jan 2012 11,960 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

slight knock from head bearings

throttle cables fouling tank on full lock

Pass 27 Jan 2011 11,811 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2009 11,622 miles

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 2 Dec 2009 11,622 miles

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

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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RWT 14R is a 1976 Honda GL1000 in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1976 Honda GL1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 37,536 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 RWT 14R, 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 50 years old, this Honda GL1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RWT 14R registered?

RWT 14R is a 1976 Honda GL1000, first registered on 16 September 1976.

Is RWT 14R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RWT 14R shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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