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DS06 EHT

2006 Honda XL1000V

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

44,101 mi
Last recorded44,101 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Honda XL1000V21,906 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS06 EHT
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 44,101 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 43,874 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2024 43,874 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2022 43,804 miles

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

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

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2020 41,132 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 37,848 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 34,037 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 32,903 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2016 31,908 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 30,219 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 23,290 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 23,290 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 21,356 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 18,830 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 18,813 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 11,613 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 4,483 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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DS06 EHT is a 2006 Honda XL1000V in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2006 Honda XL1000V models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 21,906 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 DS06 EHT, 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 20 years old, this Honda XL1000V is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DS06 EHT registered?

DS06 EHT is a 2006 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 1 July 2006.

Is DS06 EHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS06 EHT shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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