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GW08 PET

2008 Honda Gl 1800SE

Black Petrol 1832cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

40,394 mi
Last recorded40,394 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Gl 1800SE23,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGW08 PET
MakeHonda
ModelGl 1800SE
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,832cc
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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 40,394 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 38,756 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2024 36,436 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 32,736 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 32,220 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2021 32,217 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached top bolt very loose (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Aug 2020 31,384 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2020 31,384 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jun 2020 30,206 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 29,460 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 27,167 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 25,682 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 24,796 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 24,777 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 24,759 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 25,543 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 22,026 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 20,110 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2011 18,740 miles

foreign object in rear tyre

How Reliable is the Honda Gl 1800SE?

Based on 7,371 MOT tests across 595 vehicles.

91.7%
Pass Rate
1,481
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
595
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 43
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 17
suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. 12
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GW08 PET is a 2008 Honda Gl 1800SE in Black with a 1,832cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2008 Honda Gl 1800SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 23,928 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 1800SE fails its MOT is tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GW08 PET, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Gl 1800SE typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Gl 1800SE is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GW08 PET?

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What year was GW08 PET registered?

GW08 PET is a 2008 Honda Gl 1800SE, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is GW08 PET safe to buy?

The MOT history for GW08 PET shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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