1986 Honda GL1200 1.2L Petrol · C296 HMC
1986 Honda GL1200 (1.2L, petrol). First registered 31 Dec 1986. Recorded mileage 74,084 miles. MOT valid until 09 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- HONDA GL1200
- Year / Origin
- 1986 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,084 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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C296 HMC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/05/2026
- 74,084 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
C296 HMC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1986 Honda Gl1200 (C296 HMC) between March 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 11 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”; “Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”; “Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))”.
C296 HMC Mileage History
- 24/03/202472,547 mi
- 06/05/202573,315 mi+768 mi
- 08/05/202573,317 mi+2 mi
- 11/05/202674,084 mi+767 mi
- 11/05/202674,084 mi
Average of roughly 722 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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