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R659 SOY

1998 Honda GL1500

Black Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,791 mi
Last recorded6,791 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda GL150038,881 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR659 SOY
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 7 May 2026 6,791 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 6,737 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 6,514 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 6,402 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 6,352 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 6,116 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 5,971 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2019 5,813 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 5,010 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 3,432 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 3,410 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2015 3,059 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 2,830 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 2,654 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 2,229 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 1,288 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 628 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 120 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2008 39,707 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2007 39,135 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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R659 SOY is a 1998 Honda GL1500 in Black with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R659 SOY, 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 R659 SOY registered?

R659 SOY is a 1998 Honda GL1500, first registered on 20 February 1998.

Is R659 SOY safe to buy?

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