CarVerify

Free Car Check

W729 BJN

1999 Honda GL1500

Red Petrol 1520cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

12,168 mi
Last recorded12,168 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Honda GL150034,550 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationW729 BJN
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 12,168 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2025 12,093 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 11,915 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2023 11,881 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 11,811 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2022 11,791 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2021 11,787 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2019 11,555 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 11,210 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 10,532 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 9,971 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 8,937 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Mar 2014 7,968 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 7,224 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 6,700 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

long travel on rear brake pedal

Pass 4 Apr 2011 5,452 miles

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

nearside handlegrip slightly loose

Pass 22 Feb 2010 5,180 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
Full Honda GL1500 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

W729 BJN is a 1999 Honda GL1500 in Red with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 W729 BJN, 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

How do I check the history of W729 BJN?

You can check the full history of W729 BJN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was W729 BJN registered?

W729 BJN is a 1999 Honda GL1500, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is W729 BJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for W729 BJN shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W729 BJN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on W729 BJN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.