Honda Gl 1800 A 8 (2009)
2009 Honda Gl 1800 A 8
CarHunch analysed 101 real MOT records for the 2009 Honda Gl 1800 A 8. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2009 Honda GL 1800 is a significantly weaker MOT performer than the UK average, with only 40.7% passing first time against the national 80% benchmark—a red flag for reliability. The good news is that dangerous defects are rare at 6.9%, so safety isn't the primary concern; instead, you're looking at persistent minor and moderate issues that require repeated attention.
These bikes are running relatively low mileage for their age (median 21,168 miles), which suggests they're cherished weekend machines rather than daily commuters, yet they still average 0.42 failures and 1.7 advisories per test. Before buying, insist on a full pre-purchase inspection focusing on the systems that commonly trip up MOTs on this model—suspension, exhaust, lights, and braking—because the data shows this generation needs meticulous maintenance to stay roadworthy.
What to check before buying a 2009 Honda Gl 1800 A 8
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (96%) | 97 | 38.3% | 0.43 |
| Other (4%) | 4 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2009 Honda Gl 1800 A 8 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2009 Honda Gl 1800 A 8 vehicles fall between 16,886 and 28,354 miles.
2009 Honda Gl 1800 A 8 — Still on the Road
28 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 74% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
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