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S97 ARC

1998 Honda GL1500

Black Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

18,727 mi
Last recorded18,727 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda GL150038,881 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS97 ARC
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 18,727 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2026 18,725 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2024 18,688 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 18,440 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 18,426 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 18,360 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2019 18,347 miles

Decelerometer brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 18,310 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 18,251 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 18,133 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 18,093 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 17,853 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 17,538 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 17,253 miles

Sidecar suspension has slight play in pin/bush

Pass 17 Jun 2010 16,815 miles

Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 15,751 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 14,016 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 14,016 miles

Sidecar wheel bearings are excessively rough (5.2.3d)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 12,683 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 11,253 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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S97 ARC is a 1998 Honda GL1500 in Black with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 S97 ARC, 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 S97 ARC registered?

S97 ARC is a 1998 Honda GL1500, first registered on 12 November 1998.

Is S97 ARC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S97 ARC shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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