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H221 XRN

1990 Honda GL1500

Beige Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

85,682 mi
Last recorded85,682 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 1990 Honda GL150058,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH221 XRN
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1990
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 85,682 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2025 83,934 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 82,931 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 82,319 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Jun 2022 81,457 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 80,652 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 79,869 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 78,814 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 78,134 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 77,427 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 76,256 miles

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

front brake binding slightly

Fail 18 Jun 2016 76,256 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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

front brake binding slightly

Pass 16 Jun 2015 74,977 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 73,281 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 70,903 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 67,757 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 66,832 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 63,580 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

front tyre is slightly perished

rear tyre is slightly perished

Pass 19 Jun 2009 60,422 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 58,955 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 57,368 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 55,579 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 55,579 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Jun 2005 49,777 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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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H221 XRN is a 1990 Honda GL1500 in Beige with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1990 Honda GL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 58,598 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 H221 XRN, 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 36 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 H221 XRN registered?

H221 XRN is a 1990 Honda GL1500, first registered on 4 October 1990.

Is H221 XRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for H221 XRN shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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