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R303 OGT

1997 Honda GL1500

Purple Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

20,488 mi
Last recorded20,488 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda GL150036,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR303 OGT
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2022 20,488 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2022 20,488 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2019 20,485 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 20,172 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 20,111 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 19,905 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 19,558 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 18,868 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 17,994 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 14,120 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 13,135 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 13,131 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 13,131 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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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R303 OGT is a 1997 Honda GL1500 in Purple with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1997 Honda GL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 36,670 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 R303 OGT, 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 29 years old, this Honda GL1500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R303 OGT registered?

R303 OGT is a 1997 Honda GL1500, first registered on 7 November 1997.

Is R303 OGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R303 OGT shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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