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F40 NWV

1989 Honda GL1500

Maroon Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

58,152 mi
Last recorded58,152 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1989 Honda GL150060,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF40 NWV
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1989
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 58,152 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 57,136 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 56,019 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 56,008 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 55,197 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2020 55,170 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 53,563 miles

hand gaurds fowling against screen at full lock

Pass 31 Jul 2018 51,412 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 48,953 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 45,698 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 45,698 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2015 43,095 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 39,869 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 36,957 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 30,967 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 May 2012 30,967 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 26,895 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2010 26,868 miles

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

Rear Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 13 Jul 2010 26,811 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2009 26,136 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 25,825 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 2,100 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 15,497 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 15,484 miles

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 16 Jun 2005 13,084 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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F40 NWV is a 1989 Honda GL1500 in Maroon with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 1989 Honda GL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 60,920 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 F40 NWV, 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 37 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 F40 NWV registered?

F40 NWV is a 1989 Honda GL1500, first registered on 14 June 1989.

Is F40 NWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F40 NWV shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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