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H848 XFV

1990 Honda GL1500

Red Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

38,602 mi
Last recorded38,602 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 1990 Honda GL150058,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH848 XFV
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 38,602 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2025 38,432 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 37,825 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 37,260 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 35,737 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 35,711 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 35,200 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2017 35,193 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2016 34,727 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2015 34,134 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2014 33,683 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2013 33,305 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2013 33,305 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Mar 2012 33,206 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 32,611 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 32,585 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Aug 2009 32,519 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 32,235 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 31,684 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 30,734 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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H848 XFV is a 1990 Honda GL1500 in Red with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 H848 XFV, 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 H848 XFV registered?

H848 XFV is a 1990 Honda GL1500, first registered on 26 September 1990.

Is H848 XFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H848 XFV shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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