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E509 EBW

1988 Honda GL1500

Black Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

69,646 mi
Last recorded69,646 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2022
Typical for 1988 Honda GL150058,607 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE509 EBW
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2022 69,646 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 67,588 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 62,153 miles

Nearside slight engine oil leak

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 60,793 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 59,368 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 7 Mar 2019 59,364 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Upper Suspension attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 58,607 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2018 58,607 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Fail 7 Sep 2015 58,602 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

advise service front brakes and inspect front discs

Pass 15 Sep 2014 57,432 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 56,912 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 55,561 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2011 55,555 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 53,847 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2010 53,703 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Mar 2009 50,828 miles

rear tyre wearing close to legal limit.

unable to check framework etc. due to fairings.

Pass 3 Apr 2008 50,279 miles

due to construction of vehicle ,unable to check frame ,brake pipes etc

Pass 14 Mar 2007 49,454 miles

due to construction of bike inspection of front disc pads & braking items inc frame impossible to inspect.Road tested OK

Pass 28 Mar 2006 49,237 miles

Nearside Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Nearside Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

right hand front discpad worn more than left

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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E509 EBW is a 1988 Honda GL1500 in Black with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 E509 EBW, 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

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What year was E509 EBW registered?

E509 EBW is a 1988 Honda GL1500, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E509 EBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E509 EBW shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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