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GB51 ACE

2008 Honda Gl 1800 A-8

Black Petrol 1832cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

61,983 mi
Last recorded61,983 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Gl 1800 A-822,566 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGB51 ACE
MakeHonda
ModelGl 1800 A-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,832cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 61,983 miles

Central Front Lower Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

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

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

Fail 5 Jun 2025 61,983 miles

Central Front Lower Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Central Rear Lower Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2024 59,558 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 56,065 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2022 52,301 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 48,969 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 47,408 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 43,005 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 33,847 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 33,804 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Sep 2017 28,179 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2016 19,278 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 18,974 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 17,525 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 15,475 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 15,232 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 12,159 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 12,159 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Honda Gl 1800 A-8?

Based on 1,349 MOT tests across 114 vehicles.

91.9%
Pass Rate
1,423
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
114
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 5
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 4
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
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GB51 ACE is a 2008 Honda Gl 1800 A-8 in Black with a 1,832cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Honda Gl 1800 A-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 22,566 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 Gl 1800 A-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GB51 ACE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Gl 1800 A-8 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Gl 1800 A-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GB51 ACE registered?

GB51 ACE is a 2008 Honda Gl 1800 A-8, first registered on 2 May 2008.

Is GB51 ACE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GB51 ACE shows 18 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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