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B16 HGW

1988 Honda GL1500

Green Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,162 mi
Last recorded44,162 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Honda GL150058,607 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB16 HGW
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2025 44,162 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2024 43,961 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 43,738 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 43,536 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 43,181 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 43,121 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 42,517 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 41,846 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 41,010 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 40,298 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 40,257 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 39,192 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 18,975 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 33,078 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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B16 HGW is a 1988 Honda GL1500 in Green with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Honda GL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 58,607 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 B16 HGW, 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 38 years old, this Honda GL1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B16 HGW?

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What year was B16 HGW registered?

B16 HGW is a 1988 Honda GL1500, first registered on 1 May 1988.

Is B16 HGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B16 HGW shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B16 HGW have outstanding finance?

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