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C8 GPT

1988 Honda GL1500

Red Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,507 mi
Last recorded49,507 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 1988 Honda GL150058,607 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 GPT
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2016 49,507 miles

Front brake lever has slight travel

Rear tyre may be under inflated

Pass 13 May 2015 49,423 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 49,322 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 49,305 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 49,305 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Honda GL1500?

Based on 22,074 MOT tests across 1,849 vehicles.

88.7%
Pass Rate
923
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,849
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 177
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 150
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 149
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 140
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 112
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C8 GPT is a 1988 Honda GL1500 in Red with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1988 Honda GL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 58,607 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 GL1500 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 177 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C8 GPT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda GL1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Honda GL1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C8 GPT?

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What year was C8 GPT registered?

C8 GPT is a 1988 Honda GL1500, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is C8 GPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C8 GPT shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C8 GPT have outstanding finance?

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