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MJ55 GRF

2005 Honda GL1800

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

43,007 mi
Last recorded43,007 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda GL180021,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ55 GRF
MakeHonda
ModelGL1800
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2025 43,007 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2025 43,007 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2024 39,739 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 36,082 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2021 31,450 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 27,708 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 25,699 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 24,820 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 22,936 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 20,970 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2015 20,970 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2015 20,970 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 19,730 miles

rear tyre profile squared off

Pass 18 Apr 2013 17,586 miles

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

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

both tyre treads deprofiled

Pass 27 Apr 2012 16,062 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 13,337 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 10,773 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2009 8,532 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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MJ55 GRF is a 2005 Honda GL1800 in Silver with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 MJ55 GRF, 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.

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What year was MJ55 GRF registered?

MJ55 GRF is a 2005 Honda GL1800, first registered on 16 September 2005.

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