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S439 JLM

1998 Honda GL1500

Silver Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

99,088 mi
Last recorded99,088 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda GL150038,881 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS439 JLM
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 99,088 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2025 98,618 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2025 98,618 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 97,821 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 93,803 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 92,077 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 89,560 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 87,066 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 85,567 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 84,846 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2012 81,722 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 80,021 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 75,966 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 75,061 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2007 69,802 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 66,386 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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S439 JLM is a 1998 Honda GL1500 in Silver with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 S439 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 S439 JLM?

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What year was S439 JLM registered?

S439 JLM is a 1998 Honda GL1500, first registered on 4 September 1998.

Is S439 JLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S439 JLM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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