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R223 KRH

1997 Honda GL1500

Red Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2019
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

25,969 mi
Last recorded25,969 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda GL150036,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR223 KRH
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2018 25,969 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 25,698 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

rear tyre underinflated

Pass 13 Jun 2014 25,698 miles

rear tyre underinflated

Pass 14 Jun 2013 25,401 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

tyre pressures low

Pass 11 Jun 2012 25,189 miles

Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

tyre pressures low

Fail 11 Jun 2012 25,189 miles

Front Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

tyre pressures low

Fail 15 Apr 2011 24,270 miles

Rear Position lamp switch does not operate the front and rear position lamps (1.1.4c)

cetre stand seizing pivot

Pass 15 Apr 2011 24,270 miles

cetre stand seizing pivot

Pass 9 Apr 2010 23,580 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 23,580 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2008 22,839 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2008 22,839 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2007 21,661 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2007 21,661 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2006 20,925 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 20,925 miles

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

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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R223 KRH is a 1997 Honda GL1500 in Red with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 R223 KRH, 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.

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What year was R223 KRH registered?

R223 KRH is a 1997 Honda GL1500, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R223 KRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R223 KRH shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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