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N97 VEC

1996 Honda GL1500

Green Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

35,658 mi
Last recorded35,658 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda GL150035,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN97 VEC
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 35,658 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 35,600 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 35,544 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2023 35,530 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Aug 2022 35,442 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 35,229 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning auxilary stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 35,118 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 34,720 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 34,310 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 33,142 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 31,945 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 31,645 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 30,572 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 29,942 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 28,660 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 May 2011 27,369 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 25,058 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 23,073 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 22,987 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 21,890 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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N97 VEC is a 1996 Honda GL1500 in Green with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 N97 VEC, 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 N97 VEC registered?

N97 VEC is a 1996 Honda GL1500, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N97 VEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N97 VEC shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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