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F826 VFA

1989 Honda GL1500

Blue Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

35,141 mi
Last recorded35,141 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2020
Typical for 1989 Honda GL150060,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF826 VFA
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2020 35,141 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 34,616 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 34,268 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 34,186 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 33,326 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 23,326 miles

Rear Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Pass 28 May 2012 32,041 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 May 2011 31,831 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 31,354 miles

unable to carry out full steering,suspension and brake inspections due to extensive covers.

Pass 9 Apr 2008 30,784 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 30,768 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2006 30,471 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 30,471 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

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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F826 VFA is a 1989 Honda GL1500 in Blue with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 F826 VFA, 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 F826 VFA registered?

F826 VFA is a 1989 Honda GL1500, first registered on 5 May 1989.

Is F826 VFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F826 VFA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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