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G388 MVG

1990 Honda GL1500

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,561 mi
Last recorded30,561 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1990 Honda GL150058,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG388 MVG
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 30,561 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 30,479 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 30,200 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 29,160 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 27,460 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Dec 2020 27,460 miles

Central Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 May 2019 27,315 miles

Rear tyre tred depth close to limet

Pass 17 May 2018 27,130 miles

Rear tyre low on tred

Pass 10 May 2016 26,917 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 26,917 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 May 2015 26,907 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 26,714 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 26,713 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 29 May 2012 26,550 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 25,650 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 25,690 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 25,688 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008
Pass 15 Aug 2007 25,329 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 25,047 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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G388 MVG is a 1990 Honda GL1500 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 G388 MVG, 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 G388 MVG registered?

G388 MVG is a 1990 Honda GL1500, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G388 MVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G388 MVG shows 20 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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