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AU08 YWW

2008 Honda XL1000V

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

44,810 mi
Last recorded44,810 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda XL1000V18,356 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 YWW
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 44,810 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 42,043 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2025 42,023 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear cylinder (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 34,339 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 32,859 miles
Fail 20 May 2022 32,859 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 27 May 2021 31,452 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 31,136 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 30,724 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 30,127 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2019 30,096 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 29,028 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2017 28,356 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 27,842 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 27,150 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 23,440 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 22,026 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 17,404 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 11,651 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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AU08 YWW is a 2008 Honda XL1000V in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 Honda XL1000V models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 18,356 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 AU08 YWW, 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 18 years old, this Honda XL1000V is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AU08 YWW registered?

AU08 YWW is a 2008 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AU08 YWW safe to buy?

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