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YET 585T

1978 Honda GL1000

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

36,838 mi
Last recorded36,838 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 1978 Honda GL100041,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYET 585T
MakeHonda
ModelGL1000
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2018 36,838 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 36,811 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 36,712 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015 36,712 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 36,085 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 36,083 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 35,694 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 35,687 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 35,195 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 35,194 miles

Front Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

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

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

one seatbolt missing.o/s

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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YET 585T is a 1978 Honda GL1000 in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 YET 585T, 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 YET 585T?

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What year was YET 585T registered?

YET 585T is a 1978 Honda GL1000, first registered on 21 November 1978.

Is YET 585T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YET 585T shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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