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M238 XWY

1995 Honda GL1500

Red Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

80,300 mi
Last recorded80,300 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2023
Typical for 1995 Honda GL150047,039 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM238 XWY
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2023 80,300 miles

Horn control insecure (7.7 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Oct 2023 80,268 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Horn control insecure (7.7 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 79,289 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 84,311 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pads are wearing unevenly

Pass 27 Aug 2020 79,488 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 73,979 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 65,588 miles

Nearside Outer Wheel bearing has slight play Sidecar (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 57,629 miles

N/S + O/S handlebar control blocks slightly loose

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play Sidecar (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 46,088 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Apr 2015 41,279 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 40,201 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 38,678 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 38,663 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 38,222 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 37,986 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 37,553 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 36,034 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 34,729 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 30,748 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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M238 XWY is a 1995 Honda GL1500 in Red with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1995 Honda GL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 47,039 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 M238 XWY, 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 31 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 M238 XWY registered?

M238 XWY is a 1995 Honda GL1500, first registered on 10 April 1995.

Is M238 XWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for M238 XWY shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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