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AO03 ZRU

2003 Honda XL1000V

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Honda XL1000V23,229 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 ZRU
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2026

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 36,540 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 36,417 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 35,898 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 34,375 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 33,956 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 32,681 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2015 31,097 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2014 29,891 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 28,071 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 28,071 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 23,870 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 17,488 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 16,176 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 12,930 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 10,679 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 7,077 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 5,380 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 ZRU is a 2003 Honda XL1000V in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ZRU, 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 ZRU registered?

AO03 ZRU is a 2003 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 17 June 2003.

Is AO03 ZRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO03 ZRU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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