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UUU 980S

1978 Honda GL1000

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

37,356 mi
Last recorded37,356 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2008
Typical for 1978 Honda GL100041,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUUU 980S
MakeHonda
ModelGL1000
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 24 Jul 2008 37,356 miles

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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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UUU 980S is a 1978 Honda GL1000 in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1978 Honda GL1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 41,647 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 UUU 980S, 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 48 years old, this Honda GL1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UUU 980S?

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What year was UUU 980S registered?

UUU 980S is a 1978 Honda GL1000, first registered on 4 May 1978.

Is UUU 980S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UUU 980S shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UUU 980S have outstanding finance?

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