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K221 WVH

1993 Honda GL1500

Black Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

73,384 mi
Last recorded73,384 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2020
Typical for 1993 Honda GL150052,982 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK221 WVH
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2020 73,384 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Nov 2020 73,361 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Apr 2017 73,026 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 72,486 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 71,425 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 70,448 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 69,947 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009 69,947 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2008 66,957 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 13 Jun 2008 66,957 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 65,972 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 65,229 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 65,182 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

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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K221 WVH is a 1993 Honda GL1500 in Black with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1993 Honda GL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 52,982 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 K221 WVH, 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 33 years old, this Honda GL1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K221 WVH?

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What year was K221 WVH registered?

K221 WVH is a 1993 Honda GL1500, first registered on 14 April 1993.

Is K221 WVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for K221 WVH shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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