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R160 WAW

1998 Honda GL1500

White Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,699 mi
Last recorded43,699 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2018
Typical for 1998 Honda GL150038,881 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR160 WAW
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 30 Jul 2018 43,699 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear reduced damping rear shock

Pass 10 Jun 2017 43,494 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 42,054 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 40,647 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 26 May 2011 39,808 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 37,709 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 Mar 2009 36,985 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 35,862 miles

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

lower front spot lights do not confirm to use and construction regs but are postioned okay

Pass 13 Aug 2007 35,862 miles

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

lower front spot lights do not confirm to use and construction regs but are postioned okay

Pass 19 Jun 2006 31,663 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 31,396 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2005 30,415 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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R160 WAW is a 1998 Honda GL1500 in White with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Honda GL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 38,881 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 R160 WAW, 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 28 years old, this Honda GL1500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R160 WAW registered?

R160 WAW is a 1998 Honda GL1500, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R160 WAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R160 WAW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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