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GJ05 FGA

2005 Honda Blackbird

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

88,390 mi
Last recorded88,390 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda Blackbird28,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ05 FGA
MakeHonda
ModelBlackbird
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 88,390 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 86,504 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2022 86,472 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

clutch sharp in use

Pass 25 May 2019 86,434 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 86,213 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 13 Jun 2016 86,213 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation Perrished & split (4.1.2c)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 86,185 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 May 2013 85,261 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Feb 2012 83,212 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 78,340 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 64,332 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 45,592 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2009 45,007 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 19 May 2008 26,635 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

How Reliable is the Honda Blackbird?

Based on 2,495 MOT tests across 186 vehicles.

88.7%
Pass Rate
884
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 15
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 9
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
wheel bearings have excessive free play 7
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GJ05 FGA is a 2005 Honda Blackbird in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Honda Blackbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 28,835 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 Blackbird fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GJ05 FGA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Blackbird typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 21 years old, this Honda Blackbird is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJ05 FGA registered?

GJ05 FGA is a 2005 Honda Blackbird, first registered on 2 March 2005.

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