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S678 XUG

1998 Honda GL1500

Black Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,307 mi
Last recorded53,307 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda GL150038,881 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS678 XUG
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2026 53,307 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2025 51,409 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2024 49,301 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 47,071 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2022 46,604 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2020 45,795 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 44,516 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 43,998 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2017 43,013 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 40,583 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 40,022 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 37,239 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 34,849 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 30,492 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 29,480 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 23,833 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 21,081 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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S678 XUG is a 1998 Honda GL1500 in Black with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S678 XUG, 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 S678 XUG registered?

S678 XUG is a 1998 Honda GL1500, first registered on 13 October 1998.

Is S678 XUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S678 XUG shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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