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L948 ECX

1993 Honda GL1500

Gold Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

40,627 mi
Last recorded40,627 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1993 Honda GL150052,982 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL948 ECX
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1993
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 40,627 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 40,415 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 39,866 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2023 39,866 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

clutch fluid below minimum level

Pass 8 Mar 2022 38,748 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 35,418 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2021 35,418 miles

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

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 35,129 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 35,125 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jun 2015 34,893 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 34,813 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 34,810 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jun 2013 34,578 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 32,458 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 32,171 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 30,913 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 30,672 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 8 Sep 2007 30,078 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2007 30,048 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2006 28,528 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2005 27,957 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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L948 ECX is a 1993 Honda GL1500 in Gold with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 L948 ECX, 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

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What year was L948 ECX registered?

L948 ECX is a 1993 Honda GL1500, first registered on 20 August 1993.

Is L948 ECX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L948 ECX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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