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G388 PKJ

1989 Honda GL1500

Red Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

38,636 mi
Last recorded38,636 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 1989 Honda GL150060,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG388 PKJ
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 38,636 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2025 38,627 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 38,618 miles
Fail 11 May 2024 38,616 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 May 2023 38,951 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 38,584 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 38,321 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 14 May 2019 38,138 miles
Fail 26 May 2018 38,131 miles

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2017 37,681 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 36,614 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 35,584 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 34,785 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 33,449 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 33,033 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 May 2006 31,756 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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G388 PKJ is a 1989 Honda GL1500 in Red with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 G388 PKJ, 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 G388 PKJ registered?

G388 PKJ is a 1989 Honda GL1500, first registered on 30 September 1989.

Is G388 PKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for G388 PKJ shows 16 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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