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F740 OAY

1989 Honda GL1500

Red Petrol 1492cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,050 mi
Last recorded52,050 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Honda GL150060,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF740 OAY
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,492cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2026 52,050 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 48,723 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 45,556 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 43,584 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 43,514 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2014 42,549 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 41,428 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 39,112 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 32,225 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 36,326 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 35,057 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2005 33,990 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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F740 OAY is a 1989 Honda GL1500 in Red with a 1,492cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F740 OAY, 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

How do I check the history of F740 OAY?

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What year was F740 OAY registered?

F740 OAY is a 1989 Honda GL1500, first registered on 1 February 1989.

Is F740 OAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for F740 OAY shows 12 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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