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GD03 GPY

2003 Honda XL1000V

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

50,341 mi
Last recorded50,341 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda XL1000V23,229 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD03 GPY
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 50,341 miles

Offside Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 50,028 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 49,462 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2019 49,437 miles

Offside Rear Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2014 47,880 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 45,436 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 40,735 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 36,763 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 30,663 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2008 30,497 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2007 18,258 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 8,827 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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GD03 GPY is a 2003 Honda XL1000V in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Honda XL1000V models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 23,229 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 GD03 GPY, 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 23 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 GD03 GPY registered?

GD03 GPY is a 2003 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 1 July 2003.

Is GD03 GPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD03 GPY shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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