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V203 HLF

1999 Honda GL1500

Black Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

78,477 mi
Last recorded78,477 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda GL150034,550 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV203 HLF
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc
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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 78,477 miles

Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2024 77,461 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipes deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 75,955 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 74,884 miles

Front and Rear tyre valves weeping air slightly

Pass 3 Nov 2021 73,864 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 72,324 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2020 72,324 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 71,121 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 68,549 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 65,922 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2016 62,410 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2016 62,393 miles

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

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

Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation rear valve rubber stem perished (4.1.2c)

Pass 7 Nov 2015 58,146 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2015 58,130 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 55,987 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 51,966 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 49,132 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 46,111 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 43,489 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 38,140 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2008 35,429 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 31,591 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2007 31,591 miles

Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.C1a)

Pass 22 Nov 2006 27,111 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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V203 HLF is a 1999 Honda GL1500 in Black with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 V203 HLF, 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 V203 HLF registered?

V203 HLF is a 1999 Honda GL1500, first registered on 24 November 1999.

Is V203 HLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V203 HLF shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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