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EX58 KOW

2008 Honda XL1000V

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

60,970 mi
Last recorded60,970 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda XL1000V18,356 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX58 KOW
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 60,970 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 59,616 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 27 Jul 2024 59,616 miles

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

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

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

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

Throttle operating incorrectly very slow to shut off (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 58,814 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 54,720 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2020 50,391 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2020 50,351 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 22 May 2019 43,662 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

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

Fail 20 May 2019 43,662 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

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

Pass 8 May 2018 38,543 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 34,495 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 34,062 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 31,067 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 29,555 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 24,087 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 19,724 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 13,260 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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EX58 KOW is a 2008 Honda XL1000V in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2008 Honda XL1000V models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 18,356 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 EX58 KOW, 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 18 years old, this Honda XL1000V is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EX58 KOW registered?

EX58 KOW is a 2008 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is EX58 KOW safe to buy?

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