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YKR 589X

1981 Honda GL1100

Brown Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

39,572 mi
Last recorded39,572 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2016
Typical for 1981 Honda GL110041,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYKR 589X
MakeHonda
ModelGL1100
Year1981
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2016 39,572 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 38,248 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 18,739 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 18,124 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 17,888 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 17,837 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 May 2011 17,402 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 May 2010 16,911 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 16,521 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 16,521 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 16,037 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 16,037 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 20 Sep 2006 14,385 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 14,357 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

in my opinion for the wheels to be out of alignment the frame is prob bent/twisted

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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YKR 589X is a 1981 Honda GL1100 in Brown with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 YKR 589X, 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 YKR 589X registered?

YKR 589X is a 1981 Honda GL1100, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is YKR 589X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YKR 589X shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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