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S220 VOB

1998 Honda GL1500

Beige Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

60,268 mi
Last recorded60,268 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2018
Typical for 1998 Honda GL150038,881 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS220 VOB
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1998
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2018 60,268 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

advise brake and tire service

Pass 15 Sep 2017 58,385 miles

ADVISE HYDRULIC FLUIDS BE CHANGED

Offside Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Fail 15 Sep 2017 58,385 miles

ADVISE HYDRULIC FLUIDS BE CHANGED

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Offside Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 10 Sep 2016 55,034 miles

Nearside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 51,157 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 50,941 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 50,931 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 29 Jun 2012 50,892 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 50,892 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2011 48,328 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 47,754 miles

Offside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 21 May 2010 47,754 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 46,662 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 46,662 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 44,445 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2006 3,855 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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S220 VOB is a 1998 Honda GL1500 in Beige with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 S220 VOB, 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 S220 VOB registered?

S220 VOB is a 1998 Honda GL1500, first registered on 12 August 1998.

Is S220 VOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S220 VOB shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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