MOT Status
ValidMileage
78,742 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Central Rear Lower Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
How Reliable is the Honda GL1500?
Based on 22,074 MOT tests across 1,849 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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K838 ABU is a 1993 Honda GL1500 in Black with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.
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 K838 ABU, 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.
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What year was K838 ABU registered?
K838 ABU is a 1993 Honda GL1500, first registered on 12 May 1993.
Is K838 ABU safe to buy?
The MOT history for K838 ABU shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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