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S708 NGW

1998 Honda GL1500

Red Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

20,260 mi
Last recorded20,260 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda GL150038,881 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS708 NGW
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2023 20,260 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 27 Apr 2021 20,162 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 20,045 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn/ pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 13 Mar 2020 20,039 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed cut showing (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn/ pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jan 2019 19,895 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 19,724 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 19,554 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 18,900 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 18,007 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 15,435 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 13,032 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 10,575 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2007 7,895 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 106 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2005 92,012 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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S708 NGW is a 1998 Honda GL1500 in Red with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 S708 NGW, 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.

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What year was S708 NGW registered?

S708 NGW is a 1998 Honda GL1500, first registered on 6 August 1998.

Is S708 NGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S708 NGW shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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