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E481 MPV

1988 Honda GL1500

Black Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

21,919 mi
Last recorded21,919 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 1988 Honda GL150058,607 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE481 MPV
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 21,919 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 18,828 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2023 18,828 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 17,951 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 15,699 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 15,614 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 68,648 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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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E481 MPV is a 1988 Honda GL1500 in Black with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1988 Honda GL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 58,607 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 E481 MPV, 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 E481 MPV?

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What year was E481 MPV registered?

E481 MPV is a 1988 Honda GL1500, first registered on 1 January 1988.

Is E481 MPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E481 MPV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E481 MPV have outstanding finance?

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