Honda Gl1200
MotorcycleFrom 262 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn and projected beam image is obviously incorrect. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 4 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 4 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 4 |
| projected beam image is obviously incorrect | 4 |
| contaminated with oil, grease etc | 3 |
| a brake lining or pad contaminated with oil, grease etc | 3 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 3 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 2 |
| more than one different vehicle identification number displayed | 2 |
| brake control so positioned, bent or shortened that the brake cannot be readily applied. | 2 |
| audible warning not working | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 13.8% of Gl1200 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £66.
Typical mileage
Half of all Gl1200s tested had between 38,443 and 65,106 miles on the clock.
At 57,923 median miles, the Gl1200 has 0.02 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Honda models
| Honda Civic | 74.1% |
| Honda Jazz | 77.5% |
| Honda CR-V | 79.3% |
| Honda HR-V | 88.6% |
| Honda Accord | 69.6% |
Common questions
What is the Honda Gl1200 MOT pass rate?
The Honda Gl1200 has a 88.2% MOT pass rate based on 262 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Gl1200?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Gl1200 is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 4 failures. Other common issues include a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Gl1200 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Gl1200 is 57,923 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 38,443 and 65,106 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.