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DE03 VBY

2003 Honda XL1000V

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2024
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,188 mi
Last recorded31,188 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 Honda XL1000V23,229 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 VBY
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2023 31,188 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2023 31,188 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 May 2022 31,188 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 31,188 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 31,188 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2020 31,188 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Apr 2019 31,188 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 30,920 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2014 30,920 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 30,529 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 26,659 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 26,650 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2007 9,689 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 7,715 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 7,715 miles

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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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DE03 VBY is a 2003 Honda XL1000V in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 DE03 VBY, 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 DE03 VBY registered?

DE03 VBY is a 2003 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is DE03 VBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE03 VBY shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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