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AU08 VBC

2008 Honda Gl 1800 A-8

Red Petrol 1832cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

127,243 mi
Last recorded127,243 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Honda Gl 1800 A-822,566 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 VBC
MakeHonda
ModelGl 1800 A-8
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,832cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2024 127,243 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2023 123,799 miles

Central Rear Lower Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 123,110 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2022 123,100 miles

Nearside Front Upper Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 118,425 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 112,041 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2018 112,003 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jul 2017 106,481 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 96,191 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 87,387 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 79,172 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2013 70,895 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 61,264 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 50,028 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Gl 1800 A-8?

Based on 1,349 MOT tests across 114 vehicles.

91.9%
Pass Rate
1,423
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
114
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 5
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 4
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
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AU08 VBC is a 2008 Honda Gl 1800 A-8 in Red with a 1,832cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Honda Gl 1800 A-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 22,566 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 Gl 1800 A-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU08 VBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Gl 1800 A-8 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Gl 1800 A-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AU08 VBC registered?

AU08 VBC is a 2008 Honda Gl 1800 A-8, first registered on 22 March 2008.

Is AU08 VBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 VBC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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