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R15 MBL

1997 Honda GL1500

Purple Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

44,151 mi
Last recorded44,151 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2023
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

RegistrationR15 MBL
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2023 44,151 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 44,017 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 43,997 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 43,879 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 43,710 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 43,405 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 43,028 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 42,463 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 41,513 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013 41,499 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

very slight movement in front forks on full extention

Pass 10 Aug 2012 41,368 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 37,450 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 36,034 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 34,040 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 33,407 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 30,442 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 28,001 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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R15 MBL is a 1997 Honda GL1500 in Purple with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R15 MBL, 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.

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What year was R15 MBL registered?

R15 MBL is a 1997 Honda GL1500, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R15 MBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R15 MBL shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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