2010 Honda Gl 1800 A-8 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Gl 1800 A-8 models manufactured in 2010, based on 71 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2010 Honda Gl 1800 A-8 MOT Analysis
The 2010 Honda Gl 1800 A-8 has an MOT pass rate of 94.4% based on 71 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 23,869 miles on the odometer. With a 5.6% failure rate, the 2010 Gl 1800 A-8 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2010 Honda Gl 1800 A-8 is Motorcycle lamps and reflectors, responsible for 1.4% of failures. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs range from £5–50. Motorcycle suspension is the second most common issue at 1.4%.
Top failures specific to 2010 models only. The overall Gl 1800 A-8 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 1.4% | 1 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Suspension | 1.4% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 23,869 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 0.59 | 1.4% | 1 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.59 | 1.4% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2010 Honda Gl 1800 A-8 has an MOT pass rate of 94.4% based on 71 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 23,869 miles on the odometer. With a 5.6% failure rate, the 2010 Gl 1800 A-8 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2010 Honda Gl 1800 A-8, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle lamps and reflectors: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test. With relatively low average mileage of 23,869 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 1.4% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 1.4% of MOT failures on 2010 Honda Gl 1800 A-8 models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Motorcycle suspension — 1.4% of failures
Motorcycle suspension issues account for 1.4% of MOT failures on 2010 Honda Gl 1800 A-8 models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.