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H228 CSU

1991 Honda GL1500

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

36,406 mi
Last recorded36,406 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 1991 Honda GL150055,862 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH228 CSU
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 36,406 miles

fairings and covers fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Fail 13 Aug 2025 36,401 miles

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

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Aug 2024 35,865 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 35,621 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2023 35,617 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jun 2022 35,331 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 35,004 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 33,823 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 32,530 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 31,678 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 30,135 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 29,667 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 29,018 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 28,277 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2012 28,277 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Fail 14 Oct 2011 27,750 miles

Centre Front Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 27,750 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 26,148 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 24,845 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 22,616 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2008 22,616 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2007 20,140 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 19,997 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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H228 CSU is a 1991 Honda GL1500 in Red with a 1,500cc 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 H228 CSU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H228 CSU registered?

H228 CSU is a 1991 Honda GL1500, first registered on 10 May 1991.

Is H228 CSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for H228 CSU 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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