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KX05 BWJ

2005 Honda GL1800

Grey Petrol 1832cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

39,839 mi
Last recorded39,839 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda GL180021,820 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX05 BWJ
MakeHonda
ModelGL1800
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,832cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 39,839 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 38,697 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 38,103 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil front fork leg has slight misting left hand. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 May 2018 37,424 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 37,424 miles

Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 37,138 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 35,964 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 35,206 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 9 May 2014 35,144 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 1 May 2013 34,150 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 33,732 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2011 31,956 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 30,526 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2009 26,898 miles

How Reliable is the Honda GL1800?

Based on 2,097 MOT tests across 191 vehicles.

92.6%
Pass Rate
1,417
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
191
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Headlamp aim too low 4
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KX05 BWJ is a 2005 Honda GL1800 in Grey with a 1,832cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Honda GL1800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 21,820 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 GL1800 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KX05 BWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda GL1800 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this Honda GL1800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KX05 BWJ registered?

KX05 BWJ is a 2005 Honda GL1800, first registered on 3 June 2005.

Is KX05 BWJ safe to buy?

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