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G400 WEV

1989 Honda GL1500

Red Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

81,811 mi
Last recorded81,811 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 Honda GL150060,920 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG400 WEV
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 81,811 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 81,722 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame bottom rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 81,701 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 81,389 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 80,339 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 78,556 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 75,982 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 72,313 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 70,572 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 68,832 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 68,746 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 68,734 miles

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

Front Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Fail 24 Jun 2011 68,585 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 68,585 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 67,836 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 66,682 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 65,848 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2006 63,322 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 59,410 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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G400 WEV is a 1989 Honda GL1500 in Red with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 G400 WEV, 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 G400 WEV registered?

G400 WEV is a 1989 Honda GL1500, first registered on 8 September 1989.

Is G400 WEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G400 WEV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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