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P112 FAW

1997 Honda GL1500

Red Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,582 mi
Last recorded27,582 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda GL150036,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP112 FAW
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 27,582 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 27,057 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Upper Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 16 Aug 2016 27,057 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Upper Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 27,036 miles

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2006 26,942 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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P112 FAW is a 1997 Honda GL1500 in Red with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Honda GL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 36,670 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 P112 FAW, 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 29 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 P112 FAW?

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What year was P112 FAW registered?

P112 FAW is a 1997 Honda GL1500, first registered on 21 March 1997.

Is P112 FAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P112 FAW shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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