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Y209 HVY

2001 Honda GL1500

Blue Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

84,388 mi
Last recorded84,388 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda GL150029,997 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY209 HVY
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2026 84,388 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 29 Aug 2025 84,009 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2025 83,968 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 83,943 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 3 Oct 2022 83,943 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp(s) switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 83,530 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 82,669 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 80,628 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2018 80,625 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 77,553 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 77,542 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 76,168 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 75,812 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 71,664 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 66,895 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 61,371 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 52,163 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2008 52,160 miles

Rear Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 48,030 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 36,819 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 25,592 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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Y209 HVY is a 2001 Honda GL1500 in Blue with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2001 Honda GL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 29,997 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 Y209 HVY, 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 25 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 Y209 HVY registered?

Y209 HVY is a 2001 Honda GL1500, first registered on 3 March 2001.

Is Y209 HVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y209 HVY shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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