1984 Honda Gl1200de MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Gl1200de models manufactured in 1984, based on 212 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
This page shows all Gl1200de cars tested in 1984. Want to see how cars built in 1984 hold up over time?
View 1984 Honda Gl1200de vintage page → (83.3% current pass rate)1984 Honda Gl1200de MOT Analysis
The 1984 Honda Gl1200de has an MOT pass rate of 78.8% based on 212 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 61,471 miles on the odometer. With a 21.2% failure rate, the 1984 Gl1200de is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1984 Honda Gl1200de is Motorcycle brakes, responsible for 0.5% of failures. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs range from £150–400.
Top failures specific to 1984 models only. The overall Gl1200de page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Brakes | 0.5% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 61,471 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle brakes | 0.08 | 0.5% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1984 Honda Gl1200de has an MOT pass rate of 78.8% based on 212 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 61,471 miles on the odometer. With a 21.2% failure rate, the 1984 Gl1200de is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1984 Honda Gl1200de, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle brakes: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm). At 61,471 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Motorcycle brakes — 0.5% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 0.5% of MOT failures on 1984 Honda Gl1200de models. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.