MOT Status
ValidMileage
66,486 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (9.3.1f)
Hazard warning switch faulty Will not stay in ON position (1.4.B.1d)
Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Towbar locking device missing (6.6.3b)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
front pads covered cant inspect without removal
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
How Reliable is the Honda GL1500?
Based on 22,074 MOT tests across 1,849 vehicles.
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R163 VLD is a 1998 Honda GL1500 in Beige with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 R163 VLD, 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 R163 VLD registered?
R163 VLD is a 1998 Honda GL1500, first registered on 20 April 1998.
Is R163 VLD safe to buy?
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