CarVerify

Free Car Check

KP53 FCY

2003 Honda XL1000V

Silver Petrol 996cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

30,935 mi
Last recorded30,935 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda XL1000V23,229 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP53 FCY
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 30,935 miles

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2024 28,114 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2024 28,114 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 27,228 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 26,732 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 25,934 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 24,586 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 22,606 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 22,456 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 22,188 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 19,789 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 18,699 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 18,163 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 14,579 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 13,485 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 8,047 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 4,944 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 4,944 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 2,587 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 2,579 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 2,324 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
Full Honda XL1000V reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KP53 FCY is a 2003 Honda XL1000V in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 KP53 FCY, 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

How do I check the history of KP53 FCY?

You can check the full history of KP53 FCY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KP53 FCY registered?

KP53 FCY is a 2003 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 27 October 2003.

Is KP53 FCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP53 FCY shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KP53 FCY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KP53 FCY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.