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GU52 VYD

2002 Honda XL1000V

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

26,527 mi
Last recorded26,527 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda XL1000V25,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 VYD
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 26,527 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2025 26,481 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 26,449 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 26,265 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 26,078 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2022 26,071 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2021 25,857 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2021 25,857 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 20 May 2020 24,984 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre starting to perish.

Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering Hand Guards just touch screen on Full Lock. (2.1.4 (e))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 24,972 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 24,431 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 24,268 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 23,962 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 21,078 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 19,219 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 17,406 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 17,406 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 21 Sep 2007 15,613 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 13,511 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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GU52 VYD is a 2002 Honda XL1000V in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2002 Honda XL1000V models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 25,366 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 GU52 VYD, 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 24 years old, this Honda XL1000V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GU52 VYD registered?

GU52 VYD is a 2002 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is GU52 VYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU52 VYD shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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