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HF05 BWA

2005 Honda Gl

Maroon Petrol 1832cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

18,314 mi
Last recorded18,314 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda Gl12,140 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF05 BWA
MakeHonda
ModelGl
Year2005
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,832cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 18,314 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 18,014 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 17,445 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 17,059 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2022 17,059 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Sep 2021 16,819 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 16,565 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2019 15,272 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 14,740 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2018 14,740 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 17 Oct 2018 14,740 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Oct 2017 12,469 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2017 12,469 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 11,714 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2015 9,616 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 9,616 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2014 8,797 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2014 8,797 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2013 8,152 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 7,203 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 6,481 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 4,528 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Gl?

Based on 4,140 MOT tests across 727 vehicles.

93.8%
Pass Rate
1,190
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
727
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 21
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 10
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HF05 BWA is a 2005 Honda Gl in Maroon with a 1,832cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 Honda Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 12,140 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 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HF05 BWA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Gl typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 21 years old, this Honda Gl is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was HF05 BWA registered?

HF05 BWA is a 2005 Honda Gl, first registered on 5 July 2005.

Is HF05 BWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF05 BWA shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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