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J15 DFC

1997 Honda GL1500

Green Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,787 mi
Last recorded65,787 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda GL150036,670 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ15 DFC
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 21 Feb 2025 65,787 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 65,629 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 65,488 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 65,254 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 65,102 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 64,133 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 62,520 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 61,039 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 59,576 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 58,625 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 57,237 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 56,965 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 54,173 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 51,873 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 47,781 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 44,641 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 38,858 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 36,599 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Mar 2007 34,594 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 31,531 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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J15 DFC is a 1997 Honda GL1500 in Green with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Honda GL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 36,670 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 J15 DFC, 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 29 years old, this Honda GL1500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J15 DFC registered?

J15 DFC is a 1997 Honda GL1500, first registered on 15 March 1997.

Is J15 DFC safe to buy?

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