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P342 PJN

1997 Honda GL1500

Black Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

50,002 mi
Last recorded50,002 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda GL150036,670 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP342 PJN
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 50,002 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 49,885 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 49,822 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 49,288 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 48,982 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 47,732 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 47,343 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 46,402 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 43,157 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 40,580 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 39,329 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 38,270 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 37,287 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2010 35,797 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 34,004 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 31,900 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 16 Sep 2008 31,900 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 30,325 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 26,671 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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P342 PJN is a 1997 Honda GL1500 in Black with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 P342 PJN, 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 P342 PJN?

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What year was P342 PJN registered?

P342 PJN is a 1997 Honda GL1500, first registered on 18 April 1997.

Is P342 PJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P342 PJN shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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