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MA02 RAF

2008 Honda Gl 1800 A-8

Silver Petrol 1832cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

18,438 mi
Last recorded18,438 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Gl 1800 A-822,566 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA02 RAF
MakeHonda
ModelGl 1800 A-8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,832cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Fail 20 Apr 2026 18,438 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 19 May 2025 16,784 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 16,765 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit front and rear (1.1.13 (a))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front and rear (5.2.3 (e))

headlight operation

Pass 30 Sep 2021 15,789 miles

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

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

front and rear tyres worn

headlight operation

Pass 11 Sep 2020 15,506 miles

front and rear brake pads worn

headlight operation

rear tyre worn

Pass 17 Sep 2019 14,934 miles

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

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

headlight operation

rear tyre condition

Pass 24 Aug 2018 14,375 miles

front pads

headlight operation

rear tyre condition

Pass 14 Aug 2017 13,717 miles

front pads worn

headlight operation

rear tyre condition

Pass 4 Aug 2016 13,434 miles

dip beam operation

front pads worn

rear tyre worn

Pass 10 Jul 2015 12,887 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 9,898 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 8,854 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 7,440 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 5,201 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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MA02 RAF is a 2008 Honda Gl 1800 A-8 in Silver with a 1,832cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MA02 RAF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MA02 RAF registered?

MA02 RAF is a 2008 Honda Gl 1800 A-8, first registered on 10 June 2008.

Is MA02 RAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA02 RAF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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