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R964 SOY

1998 Honda GL1500

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

71,598 mi
Last recorded71,598 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda GL150038,881 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR964 SOY
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 71,598 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2026 71,598 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 24 Jun 2025 71,426 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2025 71,426 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Jun 2024 71,146 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2023 70,830 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2023 70,713 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jul 2022 69,291 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 69,078 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 67,708 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 67,397 miles

front tyre on limit

Pass 24 Nov 2018 65,776 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 63,456 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 61,246 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 58,536 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 56,539 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 53,959 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 52,598 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 49,455 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 45,636 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 40,964 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 40,962 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 37,011 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2007 34,115 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 29,981 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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R964 SOY is a 1998 Honda GL1500 in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 R964 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 R964 SOY registered?

R964 SOY is a 1998 Honda GL1500, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R964 SOY safe to buy?

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