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S129 JLM

1998 Honda GL1500

Beige Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

78,394 mi
Last recorded78,394 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda GL150038,881 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS129 JLM
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1998
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 78,394 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2025 74,535 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 74,326 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 74,218 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))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 73,920 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2014 72,070 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 69,196 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 66,879 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 64,572 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 64,568 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 61,751 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 60,223 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 60,223 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 59,863 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 22 Aug 2008 59,828 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 54,795 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 53,203 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 50,573 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2005 50,573 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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S129 JLM is a 1998 Honda GL1500 in Beige with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 S129 JLM, 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 S129 JLM?

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What year was S129 JLM registered?

S129 JLM is a 1998 Honda GL1500, first registered on 5 August 1998.

Is S129 JLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S129 JLM shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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