2021 Honda GL 1800 DA-L 1.8L Petrol · KF21 DXO

The Honda GL 1800 DA-L presents a clean roadworthiness record with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT, conducted on 11 April 2026 at 9,004 miles, passed with two minor advisories: both front and rear tyres were flagged as worn close to the legal limit under section 5.2.3 (e). These are routine consumable items, not structural or mechanical defects, and the overall pattern across the three recorded tests shows no recurring or worsening mechanical faults. The motorcycle has consistently passed its annual inspections without any failures or serious advisories since at least March 2024. The mileage profile is notably low for a 2021 machine. Between the first recorded test on 19 March 2024 at 6,444 miles and the most recent on 11 April 2026 at 9,004 miles, the odometer advanced just 2,560 miles over roughly two years, averaging around 1,280 miles annually in that window. Across its full life, the recorded average sits near 1,801 miles per year. Such light use typically limits wear on drivetrain and suspension components, but prolonged standing periods can introduce their own concerns, including tyre flat-spotting, brake surface corrosion, and stale fuel system residue. The two tyre advisories in the April 2026 test are the only defects in the entire record, and no prior advisories appear in the March 2025 or March 2024 entries. This suggests the tyres degraded within the final year rather than being a persistent neglect issue. A buyer should still inspect the tyre date codes to confirm age, as rubber deteriorates regardless of tread depth, and verify that the replacement tyres fitted suit the GL 1800's weight and performance specification. Beyond the tyre wear, the clean MOT history means there are no documented structural, braking, or exhaust concerns to flag. A prospective buyer should still conduct a physical inspection of the brake discs and pads for surface corrosion from standing, check the suspension linkage and swingarm bearings for free movement, and examine the exhaust system for any signs of corrosion or moisture ingress. Low-mileage motorcycles can harbour hidden issues from inactivity that MOT records alone will not reveal.