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F57 KGP

1989 Honda GL1500

Red Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

200,038 mi
Last recorded200,038 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1989 Honda GL150060,920 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF57 KGP
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 200,038 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 194,643 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 187,582 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 182,573 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 180,146 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2022 180,146 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 174,801 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 170,310 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 165,922 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 162,399 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 159,172 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 157,146 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 154,515 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 152,457 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 147,691 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 144,166 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 144,166 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 137,631 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Jun 2011 137,631 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 133,261 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 124,914 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 120,494 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 114,850 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2006 105,775 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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F57 KGP is a 1989 Honda GL1500 in Red with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 F57 KGP, 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 F57 KGP registered?

F57 KGP is a 1989 Honda GL1500, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F57 KGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F57 KGP shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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