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AO03 YLL

2003 Honda XL1000V

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

28,393 mi
Last recorded28,393 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda XL1000V23,229 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 YLL
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 28,393 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 28,328 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 28,194 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 25,414 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 22,674 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 20,270 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 19,389 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 16,593 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 14,228 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2017 14,228 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 27 May 2016 12,224 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 11,849 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 10,273 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 28 May 2014 10,240 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 8,647 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2011 7,789 miles

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

Fail 2 Aug 2011 7,789 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2010 6,572 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 4,739 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 4,714 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 4,555 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 4,190 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL1000V?

Based on 24,383 MOT tests across 2,194 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
1,298
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,194
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 270
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 262
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 133
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 123
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 99
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AO03 YLL is a 2003 Honda XL1000V in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2003 Honda XL1000V models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 23,229 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda XL1000V fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 270 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO03 YLL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL1000V typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Honda XL1000V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AO03 YLL registered?

AO03 YLL is a 2003 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 22 May 2003.

Is AO03 YLL safe to buy?

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