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R337 SWR

1998 Honda GL1500

Black Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2024
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

80,356 mi
Last recorded80,356 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda GL150038,881 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR337 SWR
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Fail 11 Apr 2025 80,356 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear axle pinch bolt missing

Pass 17 Oct 2023 79,625 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general under chassis surface corrosion/ stand mount etc (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 78,220 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 75,620 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 74,509 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 68,587 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 61,326 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 55,200 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 53,400 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 51,449 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 48,089 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 44,940 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 41,741 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 41,614 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 41,426 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

front and rear tyres have slight cracking to side wall

Fail 30 Jun 2011 41,426 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

front and rear tyres have slight cracking to side wall

Pass 28 Jun 2010 39,882 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 38,431 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 36,907 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2007 34,246 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 31,497 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2005 28,667 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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R337 SWR is a 1998 Honda GL1500 in Black with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R337 SWR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R337 SWR registered?

R337 SWR is a 1998 Honda GL1500, first registered on 18 March 1998.

Is R337 SWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R337 SWR shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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