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W526 XAR

2000 Honda GL1500

Blue Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

55,599 mi
Last recorded55,599 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda GL150030,039 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW526 XAR
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 55,599 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 54,223 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2025 54,198 miles

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

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Nail in tyre Rubber damage around nail head

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged valve support holder missing (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 54,116 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2024 54,109 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2023 53,680 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 52,562 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 52,291 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 51,596 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 49,353 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2019 49,353 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 49,216 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 47,316 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 46,049 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2015 45,321 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 42,752 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 40,291 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 40,291 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 38,320 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 35,166 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 32,242 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 30,476 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 7 Aug 2009 30,476 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 25,356 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 22,345 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 20,223 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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W526 XAR is a 2000 Honda GL1500 in Blue with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 2000 Honda GL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 30,039 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 W526 XAR, 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 26 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 W526 XAR?

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What year was W526 XAR registered?

W526 XAR is a 2000 Honda GL1500, first registered on 5 July 2000.

Is W526 XAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for W526 XAR shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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