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W159 XCR

2000 Honda GL1500

Red Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

16,876 mi
Last recorded16,876 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda GL150030,039 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW159 XCR
MakeHonda
ModelGL1500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 16,876 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 16,729 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 16,245 miles

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

Slight oil leak from engine

Pass 1 Jul 2022 15,365 miles

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

Fail 1 Jul 2022 15,365 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2021 15,035 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 13,787 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 13,371 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 13,143 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 12,593 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 11,906 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 11,219 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 11,048 miles

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

unable to check front brake pads

Pass 30 Jun 2012 10,777 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 10,606 miles

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

front brake pads not visable - all enclosed

fuel system not visable - behind fairings

rear suspension not visable - all enclosed

Pass 26 May 2010 9,712 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 9,188 miles

rear foot brake has long travel

slight run out on rear brake application

un-able to see any part of fuel system all behind fairings

un-able to see any part of rear suspension as all enclosed

un-able to see front brake pads all enclosed

Pass 6 Dec 2006 8,230 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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W159 XCR is a 2000 Honda GL1500 in Red with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2000 Honda GL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 30,039 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 W159 XCR, 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 26 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 W159 XCR registered?

W159 XCR is a 2000 Honda GL1500, first registered on 1 May 2000.

Is W159 XCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for W159 XCR shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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