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EK51 OVP

2001 Honda XL1000V

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

86,782 mi
Last recorded86,782 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda XL1000V26,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK51 OVP
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 86,782 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2025 86,768 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2024 86,712 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 85,604 miles

It played Lisa Stansfield at me.

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2022 80,546 miles

Headlamp mask/converter fitted.

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2021 76,804 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 72,007 miles

Headlamp mask/converter fitted.

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2019 65,244 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 60,035 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 55,475 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2016 51,517 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 50,414 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 49,164 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 29 May 2012 48,403 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 48,403 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 46,485 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2008 46,413 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2007 46,238 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2006 46,110 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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EK51 OVP is a 2001 Honda XL1000V in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 EK51 OVP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EK51 OVP registered?

EK51 OVP is a 2001 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 31 December 2001.

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The MOT history for EK51 OVP shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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