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BX51 NUW

2001 Honda XL1000V

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

105,705 mi
Last recorded105,705 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda XL1000V26,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX51 NUW
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 105,705 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 102,703 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2023 99,441 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 95,489 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2021 90,866 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 86,723 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 83,427 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2018 80,007 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2017 77,011 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 72,640 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 68,309 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 63,385 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2014 63,385 miles

Centre Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 60,138 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 57,077 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 53,190 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 49,201 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 44,049 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 37,498 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 37,498 miles

Centre Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 30,705 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2007 30,705 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2006 25,469 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 19,414 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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BX51 NUW is a 2001 Honda XL1000V in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Honda XL1000V models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 26,766 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 BX51 NUW, 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 25 years old, this Honda XL1000V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BX51 NUW registered?

BX51 NUW is a 2001 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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