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K88 VNN

1996 Honda GL1500

Purple Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

44,600 mi
Last recorded44,600 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda GL150035,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK88 VNN
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 44,600 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements stop lights intermittent on hand brake ? (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 43,035 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 42,889 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 42,854 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 42,695 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 42,595 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 42,472 miles

rear brake just upto mot standard, had to be pressed hard

Pass 28 Apr 2018 42,330 miles

all lights taped over

Fail 28 Apr 2018 42,330 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Dec 2016 42,082 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 41,366 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 40,922 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 25 May 2010 36,480 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 34,683 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 34,668 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 33,669 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 32,350 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 32,350 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 1 Mar 2007 32,333 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2006 31,570 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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K88 VNN is a 1996 Honda GL1500 in Purple with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1996 Honda GL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 35,105 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 K88 VNN, 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 30 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 K88 VNN registered?

K88 VNN is a 1996 Honda GL1500, first registered on 21 August 1996.

Is K88 VNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for K88 VNN 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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