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SVR 794W

1981 Honda GL1100

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2025
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,814 mi
Last recorded61,814 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2024
Typical for 1981 Honda GL110041,200 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVR 794W
MakeHonda
ModelGL1100
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2024 61,814 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 45,529 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 May 2020 45,450 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 May 2018 45,364 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 44,977 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 46,170 miles

slight bind on front wheel

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored both (3.2.A1l)

n/s/f fork seal slight misting of oil

very little reserve traval on front brake lever

Pass 23 Oct 2006 31,763 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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SVR 794W is a 1981 Honda GL1100 in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Honda GL1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 41,200 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 SVR 794W, 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 45 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 SVR 794W registered?

SVR 794W is a 1981 Honda GL1100, first registered on 23 March 1981.

Is SVR 794W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVR 794W shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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