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P838 PLB

1997 Honda GL1500

Purple Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

46,103 mi
Last recorded46,103 miles
Recorded on30 May 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda GL150036,670 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP838 PLB
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2019 46,103 miles
Fail 28 May 2019 46,103 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2018 45,785 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 45,493 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 44,945 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 44,483 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 44,457 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 44,047 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 43,294 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 42,933 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 42,211 miles

Rear suspension swinging arm corroding slightly.

Unable to assess thickness of front brake pads due brakes enclosed on this model.

Pass 22 Jun 2009 41,266 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 39,938 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 38,077 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2005 35,342 miles

Rear disc pad thickness very difficult to see due to design - brakes operate fine and no excessive wear to visible components.

Thorough inspection of front brake hub components very difficult due to fully-enclosed calipers/pads and discs. All visible components are in excellent condition & no noises from brakes or scoring discs to indicate excessive wear.

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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P838 PLB is a 1997 Honda GL1500 in Purple with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 P838 PLB, 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 P838 PLB registered?

P838 PLB is a 1997 Honda GL1500, first registered on 11 July 1997.

Is P838 PLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P838 PLB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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