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R580 LYG

1998 Honda GL1500

Purple Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,054 mi
Last recorded38,054 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda GL150038,881 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR580 LYG
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2023 38,054 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 37,836 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 37,758 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2021 37,758 miles

Central Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Apr 2020 37,114 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 37,062 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2013 36,244 miles

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 36,244 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 35,997 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 35,647 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2007 35,353 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 34,972 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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R580 LYG is a 1998 Honda GL1500 in Purple with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R580 LYG, 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

How do I check the history of R580 LYG?

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What year was R580 LYG registered?

R580 LYG is a 1998 Honda GL1500, first registered on 5 March 1998.

Is R580 LYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R580 LYG shows 12 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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