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HF51 MGE

2001 Honda XL1000V

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

27,422 mi
Last recorded27,422 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda XL1000V26,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 MGE
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 27,422 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2024 27,148 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 26,773 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 25,571 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 25,240 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 24,520 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 24,114 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 24,114 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 26 Jan 2017 22,835 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 20,485 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2015 20,485 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Decelerometer brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.E1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 18,558 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 18,388 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

number plate light not working

Pass 21 Mar 2009 15,934 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

number plate light not working

Pass 8 Feb 2008 15,192 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 11,754 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

rear off/side grabhandle loose

Pass 16 Feb 2006 10,781 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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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HF51 MGE is a 2001 Honda XL1000V in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2001 Honda XL1000V models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 26,766 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 HF51 MGE, 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 25 years old, this Honda XL1000V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HF51 MGE registered?

HF51 MGE is a 2001 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 11 December 2001.

Is HF51 MGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF51 MGE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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