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GJ53 OAW

2003 Honda GL1800

Silver Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

38,181 mi
Last recorded38,181 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda GL180030,932 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ53 OAW
MakeHonda
ModelGL1800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 38,181 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 37,740 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 37,736 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 37,138 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2021 36,801 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush fork bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 36,756 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both fork bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 36,725 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 36,362 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated clamps (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. offside edge (4.2.2)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 35,868 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2016 35,037 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 34,260 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2014 33,315 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 31,372 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 29,285 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 27,972 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 26,201 miles

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 26,201 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 21,855 miles

Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 2 May 2008 16,554 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 12,747 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 8,066 miles

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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GJ53 OAW is a 2003 Honda GL1800 in Silver with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2003 Honda GL1800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.4% with a typical mileage of 30,932 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GJ53 OAW, 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 23 years old, this Honda GL1800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GJ53 OAW registered?

GJ53 OAW is a 2003 Honda GL1800, first registered on 11 October 2003.

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