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W789 ACW

2000 Honda GL1500

Red Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

55,365 mi
Last recorded55,365 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda GL150030,039 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW789 ACW
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Fail 11 Apr 2025 55,365 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre fouling another component (5.2.3 (f))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 55,285 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 54,947 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 54,672 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 52,437 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 52,437 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 51,732 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 51,296 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 50,585 miles

corrosion to swingarm

Fail 2 Apr 2015 50,585 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2013 49,576 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 49,403 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

rear tyre low

Pass 5 May 2011 47,214 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 45,741 miles

brake covers fitted obstructing view of components

Fail 23 Apr 2010 45,718 miles

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

brake covers fitted obstructing view of components

Pass 25 Apr 2009 43,006 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 38,055 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 37,514 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 33,019 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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W789 ACW is a 2000 Honda GL1500 in Red with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 W789 ACW, 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

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What year was W789 ACW registered?

W789 ACW is a 2000 Honda GL1500, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W789 ACW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W789 ACW shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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