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R743 KAB

1998 Honda GL1500

White Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

58,566 mi
Last recorded58,566 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda GL150038,881 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR743 KAB
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 58,566 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre Perishing

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

Pass 21 Jun 2025 58,525 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2024 58,397 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2023 55,339 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 55,018 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 53,612 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 54,542 miles
Fail 18 May 2019 53,542 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Apr 2018 52,818 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 18 Mar 2017 51,761 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 51,119 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 48,587 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2013 46,448 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 2 Feb 2013 46,448 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 42,701 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2010 41,816 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 41,196 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 39,142 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 38,494 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 36,116 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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R743 KAB is a 1998 Honda GL1500 in White with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R743 KAB, 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 R743 KAB registered?

R743 KAB is a 1998 Honda GL1500, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R743 KAB safe to buy?

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