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M20 TVB

2004 Honda GL1800

Orange Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

88,817 mi
Last recorded88,817 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda GL180027,250 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM20 TVB
MakeHonda
ModelGL1800
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 88,817 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 84,728 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 79,878 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 76,905 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 74,327 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 69,324 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 66,067 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 61,285 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 58,111 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 53,461 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 48,835 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 44,690 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 44,688 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 3 May 2012 42,403 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 19 May 2011 37,552 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 May 2010 31,023 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 May 2009 28,009 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 22,341 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 21,123 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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M20 TVB is a 2004 Honda GL1800 in Orange with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2004 Honda GL1800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.9% with a typical mileage of 27,250 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 M20 TVB, 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 22 years old, this Honda GL1800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M20 TVB registered?

M20 TVB is a 2004 Honda GL1800, first registered on 1 May 2004.

Is M20 TVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M20 TVB shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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