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H308 CBJ

1990 Honda GL1500

Blue Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,481 mi
Last recorded40,481 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Honda GL150058,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH308 CBJ
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 40,481 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 40,287 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 39,770 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 39,366 miles
Fail 21 May 2021 39,365 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre fouling another component Tyre Fouling Swingarm (5.2.3 (f))

Pass 30 May 2020 38,848 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 38,575 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 36,373 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 33,629 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 31,977 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 31,066 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 31,045 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Nail in rear tyre

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

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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H308 CBJ is a 1990 Honda GL1500 in Blue with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 H308 CBJ, 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 H308 CBJ registered?

H308 CBJ is a 1990 Honda GL1500, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is H308 CBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for H308 CBJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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