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N543 PWO

1996 Honda GL1500

Green Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

44,847 mi
Last recorded44,847 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda GL150035,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN543 PWO
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 44,847 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 43,858 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 43,856 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 43,854 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 43,561 miles

Final drive has evidence of an oil leak

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

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

Fail 22 Sep 2021 43,559 miles

Stop lamp not working When either brake applied (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Final drive has evidence of an oil leak

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2020 43,030 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 42,241 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 38,979 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 38,704 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 38,314 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 37,977 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 37,617 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 36,382 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 28,670 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 27,628 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 23,209 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 22,186 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 22,186 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2007 21,393 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 20,640 miles

unable to fully inspect all prescribed areas due to vehicle design. body work covering most off vehicle

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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N543 PWO is a 1996 Honda GL1500 in Green with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 N543 PWO, 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 N543 PWO registered?

N543 PWO is a 1996 Honda GL1500, first registered on 25 April 1996.

Is N543 PWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N543 PWO shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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