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G15 WMR

1997 Honda GL1500

Red Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

46,803 mi
Last recorded46,803 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda GL150036,670 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG15 WMR
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 46,803 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2025 46,377 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 45,727 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2023 45,657 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Jan 2023 45,657 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 43,219 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2020 40,990 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 40,180 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 39,845 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 39,337 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 38,638 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 38,181 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 32,679 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 28,120 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 25,154 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 23,914 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 21,612 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 18,302 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 15,518 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 14,302 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2006 13,039 miles

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

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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G15 WMR is a 1997 Honda GL1500 in Red with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1997 Honda GL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 36,670 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 G15 WMR, 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 29 years old, this Honda GL1500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G15 WMR registered?

G15 WMR is a 1997 Honda GL1500, first registered on 12 June 1997.

Is G15 WMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for G15 WMR shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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