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E335 PFR

1988 Honda GL1500

Black Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

13,971 mi
Last recorded13,971 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Honda GL150058,607 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE335 PFR
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 13,971 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 12,928 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 11,628 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 9,445 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 7,695 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 5,124 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 3,427 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 7 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 7 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 93,712 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2016 93,712 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 20,482 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 20,482 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 88,909 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 88,909 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 88,556 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 17 Mar 2012 88,556 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Tyre valve stem misaligned which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Nearside Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 85,161 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 83,583 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 14 Apr 2010 83,581 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 81,840 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 77,140 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 70,614 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 64,882 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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E335 PFR is a 1988 Honda GL1500 in Black with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 E335 PFR, 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 E335 PFR?

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What year was E335 PFR registered?

E335 PFR is a 1988 Honda GL1500, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E335 PFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E335 PFR shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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