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HY08 OLB

2008 Honda XL1000V

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

37,694 mi
Last recorded37,694 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda XL1000V18,356 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY08 OLB
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 37,694 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 28,809 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 28,572 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2023 27,102 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 23,618 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 23,428 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 22,955 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 22,068 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 19,051 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 16,477 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 14,471 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 13,946 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 12,125 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 12,122 miles

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Registration plate non-relective border wider than permitted (6.3.4h)

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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HY08 OLB is a 2008 Honda XL1000V in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2008 Honda XL1000V models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 18,356 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 HY08 OLB, 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 18 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 HY08 OLB registered?

HY08 OLB is a 2008 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is HY08 OLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY08 OLB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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