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P256 PYD

1997 Honda GL1500

Red Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

63,802 mi
Last recorded63,802 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda GL150036,670 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP256 PYD
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 63,802 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 62,684 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 58,820 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 55,973 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 54,693 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 52,843 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 52,674 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 22 Mar 2017 52,674 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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P256 PYD is a 1997 Honda GL1500 in Red with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P256 PYD, 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

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What year was P256 PYD registered?

P256 PYD is a 1997 Honda GL1500, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P256 PYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P256 PYD shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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