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R24 RBS

1999 Honda GL1500

Red Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

36,423 mi
Last recorded36,423 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Honda GL150034,550 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR24 RBS
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 36,423 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 36,420 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 36,417 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 36,201 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 35,810 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2021 35,810 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 35,442 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 35,284 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 34,236 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 32,110 miles

Nearside Lower Brake light not working

Pass 17 Apr 2015 30,526 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 28,968 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2013 27,600 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 26,937 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 26,585 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 25,392 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 21,030 miles
Fail 6 May 2006 21,030 miles

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

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

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

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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R24 RBS is a 1999 Honda GL1500 in Red with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1999 Honda GL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 34,550 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 R24 RBS, 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 27 years old, this Honda GL1500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R24 RBS registered?

R24 RBS is a 1999 Honda GL1500, first registered on 6 May 1999.

Is R24 RBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R24 RBS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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