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H12 HGW

1991 Honda GL1500

Red Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

53,896 mi
Last recorded53,896 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1991 Honda GL150055,862 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH12 HGW
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 53,896 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 49,986 miles

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 47,272 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2024 47,266 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2023 46,010 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 44,460 miles
Fail 20 May 2022 44,448 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 43,001 miles

oil leak from rear hub

Pass 31 May 2019 41,718 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 41,702 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 May 2018 40,550 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 39,747 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 38,332 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 37,108 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 36,764 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2014 36,764 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 35,624 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 34,931 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 34,649 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 34,649 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 31,178 miles

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 27 Sep 2008 29,807 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 29,221 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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H12 HGW is a 1991 Honda GL1500 in Red with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1991 Honda GL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 55,862 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 H12 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 35 years old, this Honda GL1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H12 HGW registered?

H12 HGW is a 1991 Honda GL1500, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H12 HGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H12 HGW shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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