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R193 YBJ

1997 Honda GL1500

Red Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

71,316 mi
Last recorded71,316 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda GL150036,670 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR193 YBJ
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 71,316 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 68,373 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 65,132 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 59,479 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 54,822 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2021 54,817 miles

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

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Sep 2020 50,304 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 45,694 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil stansion leg (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 43,630 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 41,283 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 39,218 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 36,911 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 36,090 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 36,090 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 32,924 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 28,884 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 24,204 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 21,974 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 21,974 miles

Nearside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Aug 2009 20,374 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 19,918 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 18,788 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2007 18,781 miles

Offside Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 17,789 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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R193 YBJ is a 1997 Honda GL1500 in Red with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R193 YBJ, 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 R193 YBJ registered?

R193 YBJ is a 1997 Honda GL1500, first registered on 7 August 1997.

Is R193 YBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R193 YBJ shows 24 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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