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FY59 ERU

2009 Honda XL1000V

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,012 mi
Last recorded21,012 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Honda XL1000V16,935 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY59 ERU
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 21,012 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025 19,225 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2024 19,003 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2024 19,003 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2023 18,961 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 18,726 miles

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

Fail 26 Jan 2022 18,726 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Jan 2021 17,727 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 17,145 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 15,386 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 11,224 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 10,691 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 9,838 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 6,545 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 6,530 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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FY59 ERU is a 2009 Honda XL1000V in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2009 Honda XL1000V models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 16,935 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 FY59 ERU, 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 17 years old, this Honda XL1000V is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY59 ERU registered?

FY59 ERU is a 2009 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is FY59 ERU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY59 ERU shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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