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G385 NRS

1990 Honda GL1500

Blue Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,854 mi
Last recorded63,854 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1990 Honda GL150058,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG385 NRS
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 63,854 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2025 63,854 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 63,387 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 62,965 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 62,278 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 60,467 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Nov 2007 59,926 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 58,168 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2005 57,183 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Main stand fixing worn.

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

Fail 7 Nov 2005 57,183 miles

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Main stand fixing worn

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

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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G385 NRS is a 1990 Honda GL1500 in Blue with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1990 Honda GL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 58,598 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 G385 NRS, 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 36 years old, this Honda GL1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G385 NRS registered?

G385 NRS is a 1990 Honda GL1500, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G385 NRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G385 NRS shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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