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Y537 HDU

2001 Honda GL1800

Red Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

68,356 mi
Last recorded68,356 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda GL180040,297 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY537 HDU
MakeHonda
ModelGL1800
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2025 68,356 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 67,499 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 66,530 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2022 64,696 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2020 62,899 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement LINKAGE (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 62,035 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

hazard light switch jamming

Pass 21 Nov 2018 61,690 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 61,308 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 61,306 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 60,940 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 60,940 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 30 Mar 2015 59,155 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 56,189 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2013 55,437 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 54,490 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 52,697 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 40,297 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 28,715 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 18,829 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2008 18,829 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Oct 2006 18,419 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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Y537 HDU is a 2001 Honda GL1800 in Red with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2001 Honda GL1800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 40,297 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 Y537 HDU, 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 25 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 Y537 HDU registered?

Y537 HDU is a 2001 Honda GL1800, first registered on 11 April 2001.

Is Y537 HDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y537 HDU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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