Honda Gl 1800 A-6 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda Gl 1800 A-6 reliable? We analysed 1,333 real MOT tests across 106 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda Gl 1800 A-6 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation and brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Gl 1800 A-6.
Honda Gl 1800 A-6 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda Gl 1800 A-6. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda Gl 1800 A-6 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda Gl 1800 A-6 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda Gl 1800 A-6 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda Gl 1800 A-6 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda Gl 1800 A-6 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Honda Gl 1800 A-6 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Honda Gl 1800 A-6 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda Gl 1800 A-6 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda Gl 1800 A-6 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Gl 1800 A-6 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 133 | 91.7% | 20,628 | 32,198 | 40,306 |
| 2007 | 415 | 94.2% | 15,678 | 23,086 | 36,363 |
| 2006 | 709 | 91.0% | 14,929 | 30,230 | 44,234 |
How Long Does a Honda Gl 1800 A-6 Last?
Based on 106 Honda Gl 1800 A-6 vehicles on UK roads.
Honda Gl 1800 A-6 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda Gl 1800 A-6 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Gl 1800 A-6
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
94.2% MOT pass rate from 415 tests
91.0% MOT pass rate from 709 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda Gl 1800 A-6 is 2007, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.2% across 415 tests. The 2006 model year has the lowest pass rate at 91.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda Gl 1800 A-6 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Gl 1800 A-6 THIS CAR | 92.0% | 1,333 | 27,604 mi | 20 yrs |
| Honda Civic | 73.7% | 9,391,580 | 74,987 mi | 34 yrs |
| Honda Jazz | 81% | 5,740,892 | 48,635 mi | 24 yrs |
| Honda Cr-v | 78.5% | 4,177,643 | 80,499 mi | 29 yrs |
| Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Lne Ngt ED Prm + D A | 86% | 606 | 29,183 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Gl 1800 A-6 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda Gl 1800 A-6Should you buy a used Honda Gl 1800 A-6?
The Honda Gl 1800 A-6 has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.0% across 1,333 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Honda Gl 1800 A-6 are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (6 recorded failures), tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (6), and brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (5). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Honda Gl 1800 A-6 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Honda Gl 1800 A-6 owner drives around 1,596 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Honda Gl 1800 A-6 models stay on UK roads for around 20 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.