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R202 DKX

1997 Honda GL1500

Silver Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

94,626 mi
Last recorded94,626 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2013
Typical for 1997 Honda GL150036,670 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR202 DKX
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2013 94,626 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 93,482 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

front tyre unevenly worn

Pass 6 May 2011 89,597 miles

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

front tyre unevenly worn

Pass 16 Mar 2010 84,137 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2009 77,925 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 77,800 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

front tyre unevenly worn

Pass 11 Apr 2007 69,473 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2005 62,104 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2005 62,089 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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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R202 DKX is a 1997 Honda GL1500 in Silver with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R202 DKX, 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 R202 DKX registered?

R202 DKX is a 1997 Honda GL1500, first registered on 7 August 1997.

Is R202 DKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R202 DKX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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