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J909 UPY

1992 Honda GL1500

Black Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

42,293 mi
Last recorded42,293 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2023
Typical for 1992 Honda GL150054,692 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ909 UPY
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2023 42,293 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2023 42,293 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 42,193 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 42,040 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 41,852 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 41,736 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 40,793 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 40,165 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 39,129 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 37,880 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 36,312 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 24,569 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 34,559 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2010 33,255 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 30,355 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 28,695 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 28,680 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2007 24,080 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 24,072 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 23,632 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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J909 UPY is a 1992 Honda GL1500 in Black with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1992 Honda GL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 54,692 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 J909 UPY, 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 34 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 J909 UPY registered?

J909 UPY is a 1992 Honda GL1500, first registered on 19 March 1992.

Is J909 UPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for J909 UPY shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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