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P2 KVN

1997 Honda GL1500

Red Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

24,965 mi
Last recorded24,965 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda GL150036,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP2 KVN
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 24,965 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 24,859 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 24,832 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 24,723 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 24,667 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 24,608 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 24,586 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 24,564 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 24,544 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 24,542 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 24,517 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 24,494 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 24,474 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 24,459 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 24,391 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 24,297 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 22,755 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 22,039 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2008 20,151 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 17,629 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 16,194 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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P2 KVN is a 1997 Honda GL1500 in Red with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 P2 KVN, 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 P2 KVN registered?

P2 KVN is a 1997 Honda GL1500, first registered on 9 April 1997.

Is P2 KVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P2 KVN shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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