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G17 NNK

1989 Honda GL1500

Black Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

82,727 mi
Last recorded82,727 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 1989 Honda GL150060,920 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG17 NNK
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 82,727 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

oil leak

Pass 21 Jun 2023 82,709 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 82,453 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 82,385 miles
Fail 11 May 2021 82,370 miles

Brake performance not tested foot brake no effort at rear (1.2.1 (g))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 82,052 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 82,052 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 81,456 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 80,687 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 79,412 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 77,117 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 75,474 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 73,708 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 73,123 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 71,894 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 71,894 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 68,159 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 64,213 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 57,563 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 54,797 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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G17 NNK is a 1989 Honda GL1500 in Black with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 G17 NNK, 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 G17 NNK registered?

G17 NNK is a 1989 Honda GL1500, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G17 NNK safe to buy?

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