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H789 GBU

1991 Honda GL1500

Gold Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

81,866 mi
Last recorded81,866 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2022
Typical for 1991 Honda GL150055,862 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH789 GBU
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1991
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2022 81,866 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 79,980 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 73,542 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 73,412 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 62,995 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2016 62,995 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2015 58,679 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded swingarm (6.1.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 58,647 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 58,639 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2011 58,632 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2010 58,151 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2010 58,130 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

both front and rear tyre pressures low

Pass 15 Jul 2008 5,795 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2007 5,793 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 57,032 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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H789 GBU is a 1991 Honda GL1500 in Gold with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 H789 GBU, 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 H789 GBU registered?

H789 GBU is a 1991 Honda GL1500, first registered on 16 March 1991.

Is H789 GBU safe to buy?

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