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G394 UMW

1989 Honda GL1500

Gold Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

126,258 mi
Last recorded126,258 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Honda GL150060,920 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG394 UMW
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1989
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 126,258 miles

Front small cracks in tread and sidewall

Pass 1 May 2025 125,732 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 125,541 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 125,227 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 124,405 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 123,365 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 120,967 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 117,608 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 114,276 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 112,083 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 111,299 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 18,569 miles

front brakes covered

Pass 20 Jun 2013 16,454 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 16,454 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Offside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 3 Sep 2010 15,280 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 12,958 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 11,802 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 11,151 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 11,047 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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G394 UMW is a 1989 Honda GL1500 in Gold with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 G394 UMW, 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.

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What year was G394 UMW registered?

G394 UMW is a 1989 Honda GL1500, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G394 UMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G394 UMW shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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