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R19 PCB

1998 Honda GL1500

Red Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

77,143 mi
Last recorded77,143 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda GL150038,881 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR19 PCB
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 77,143 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 131,422 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 130,192 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2024 130,192 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Steering operation impeded by a fairing switch hitting the screen on lock (2.1.4 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 129,270 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 127,877 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

cut in rear tyre

Pass 30 Apr 2021 123,850 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 123,335 miles
Fail 9 May 2019 122,963 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front fork bottom only one bolt securing ,should have two but looks secure

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

unable to see front brake dics due to covers fitted

Pass 5 Jun 2018 120,240 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 116,912 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 110,811 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 105,909 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 100,747 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 91,973 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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R19 PCB is a 1998 Honda GL1500 in Red with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R19 PCB, 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 R19 PCB registered?

R19 PCB is a 1998 Honda GL1500, first registered on 17 June 1998.

Is R19 PCB safe to buy?

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