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T838 RKR

1999 Honda GL1500

Green Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

21,091 mi
Last recorded21,091 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda GL150034,550 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT838 RKR
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 21,091 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 20,740 miles

bodywork obscures some testable areas/items

Pass 26 Jun 2024 19,865 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 19,242 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 19,080 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 18,362 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 173,402 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2017 17,393 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 17,382 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 16,600 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 16,475 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 15,939 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2010 15,939 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 15,296 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 13,059 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 12,934 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 11,357 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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T838 RKR is a 1999 Honda GL1500 in Green with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1999 Honda GL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 34,550 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 T838 RKR, 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 27 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 T838 RKR registered?

T838 RKR is a 1999 Honda GL1500, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T838 RKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for T838 RKR shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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