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DK55 EXC

2005 Honda GL1800

Grey Petrol 1832cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

32,985 mi
Last recorded32,985 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda GL180021,820 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK55 EXC
MakeHonda
ModelGL1800
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,832cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 32,985 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 31,713 miles
Fail 23 May 2024 31,713 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

off side exhaust clamp missing but exhaust not insecure .

Fail 9 May 2024 31,678 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust slightly loose clamp snapped (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 31,387 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 31,027 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 29,769 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2019 29,769 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 28,535 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 27,235 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 25,116 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 22,566 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 20,944 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 20,944 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 16,039 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 16,039 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 12,655 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 7,816 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 7,816 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2009 6,491 miles

Rear tyre has two nails in the middle of the tyre

How Reliable is the Honda GL1800?

Based on 2,097 MOT tests across 191 vehicles.

92.6%
Pass Rate
1,417
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
191
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Headlamp aim too low 4
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DK55 EXC is a 2005 Honda GL1800 in Grey with a 1,832cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2005 Honda GL1800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 21,820 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 GL1800 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK55 EXC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda GL1800 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this Honda GL1800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK55 EXC registered?

DK55 EXC is a 2005 Honda GL1800, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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