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E186 PHG

1988 Honda GL1500

Blue Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,688 mi
Last recorded40,688 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
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

RegistrationE186 PHG
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2026 40,688 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 40,685 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 40,680 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 40,521 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 40,189 miles

Rear Oil around the rear diff area

Pass 15 Jun 2018 39,438 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 38,759 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 37,350 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 37,204 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 37,137 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 37,106 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 37,045 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 36,988 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 35,958 miles

Front pads/disks cannot be checked due to plastic covers fitted at time of test

Hazard light switch sticking

Rear brake binding slightly.

Pass 17 Mar 2009 33,520 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 27,758 miles

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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E186 PHG is a 1988 Honda GL1500 in Blue with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 E186 PHG, 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 E186 PHG?

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What year was E186 PHG registered?

E186 PHG is a 1988 Honda GL1500, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is E186 PHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E186 PHG shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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