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AV02 VHR

2002 Honda XL1000V

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

35,092 mi
Last recorded35,092 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda XL1000V25,366 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV02 VHR
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 35,092 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 32,703 miles

Offside Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 2 Apr 2025 32,675 miles

Central Lower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2020 32,374 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 31,767 miles

EXHAUST NOISY

Pass 7 Apr 2018 31,080 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2017 30,806 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit front and rear (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Apr 2016 30,515 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 29,727 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 24,419 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 23,292 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2010 23,062 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 23,058 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Blue tinge to front headlights

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2008 22,420 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 18,206 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 18,153 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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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AV02 VHR is a 2002 Honda XL1000V in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2002 Honda XL1000V models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 25,366 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 AV02 VHR, 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 24 years old, this Honda XL1000V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AV02 VHR registered?

AV02 VHR is a 2002 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 2 August 2002.

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