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FY04 HWC

2004 Honda XL1000V

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

42,054 mi
Last recorded42,054 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda XL1000V22,400 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY04 HWC
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 42,054 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2024 41,470 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 37,467 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 35,843 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 34,742 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2020 34,238 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 32,822 miles

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

Fail 4 Jan 2019

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

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Jun 2016 30,912 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2015 30,179 miles

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 28,105 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 26,574 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 25,104 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 22,131 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Feb 2010 19,135 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 19,108 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 13,355 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 12,050 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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FY04 HWC is a 2004 Honda XL1000V in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2004 Honda XL1000V models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 22,400 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 FY04 HWC, 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 22 years old, this Honda XL1000V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FY04 HWC registered?

FY04 HWC is a 2004 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 5 March 2004.

Is FY04 HWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY04 HWC shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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