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CW05 KBP

2005 Honda XL1000V

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

49,932 mi
Last recorded49,932 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda XL1000V20,988 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW05 KBP
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Fail 26 Jun 2026 49,932 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 49,714 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 47,735 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 44,155 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 41,394 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 34,636 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2021 34,633 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 May 2020 28,580 miles
Fail 26 May 2020 28,580 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Feb 2019 28,197 miles

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 23,215 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 17,927 miles

rear tyre tread is worn low

Pass 6 Nov 2015 12,012 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

slight rust

Pass 22 Sep 2012 11,835 miles

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

brake pads rusty

Pass 18 Jan 2011 11,400 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 10,543 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2008 8,041 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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CW05 KBP is a 2005 Honda XL1000V in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2005 Honda XL1000V models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 20,988 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 CW05 KBP, 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 21 years old, this Honda XL1000V is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CW05 KBP registered?

CW05 KBP is a 2005 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 20 August 2005.

Is CW05 KBP safe to buy?

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