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RL52 VEU

2003 Honda GL1800

Silver Petrol 1832cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

45,610 mi
Last recorded45,610 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda GL180030,932 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL52 VEU
MakeHonda
ModelGL1800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,832cc
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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 45,610 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))

Pass 8 Feb 2024 41,652 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 36,833 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 35,385 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 35,226 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 34,710 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 31,504 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 31,247 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 31,230 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 22 Oct 2016 31,228 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2015 31,027 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 31,025 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 30,932 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2012 30,279 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2011 30,398 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 30,026 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 28,394 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 25,014 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 22,484 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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RL52 VEU is a 2003 Honda GL1800 in Silver with a 1,832cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2003 Honda GL1800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.4% with a typical mileage of 30,932 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 RL52 VEU, 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 23 years old, this Honda GL1800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RL52 VEU registered?

RL52 VEU is a 2003 Honda GL1800, first registered on 1 January 2003.

Is RL52 VEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL52 VEU shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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