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N2 RHW

1996 Honda GL1500

White Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

31,390 mi
Last recorded31,390 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda GL150035,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN2 RHW
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc
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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 31,390 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 28,936 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 28,475 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 28,465 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 28,455 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 28,436 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 28,386 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 28,382 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 28,367 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 28,342 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 27,478 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 27,445 miles

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

Screen restricting steering but still able to hit lock stops.

Pass 14 May 2010 26,857 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

rear tyre valve locating clamp missing

Fail 10 May 2010 26,845 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)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 11 May 2009 26,433 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 11 May 2009 26,433 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 24,603 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 24,532 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 24,380 miles

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

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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N2 RHW is a 1996 Honda GL1500 in White with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 N2 RHW, 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

How do I check the history of N2 RHW?

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What year was N2 RHW registered?

N2 RHW is a 1996 Honda GL1500, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N2 RHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N2 RHW shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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