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L2 UAP

2001 Honda XL1000V

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

38,883 mi
Last recorded38,883 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda XL1000V26,766 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL2 UAP
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2025 38,883 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 36,568 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2024 36,568 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Sep 2023 35,870 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 34,433 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2021 32,320 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 32,107 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2020 32,107 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2015 31,312 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 30,644 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 30,029 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 29,644 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 11 Apr 2011 29,644 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 27,822 miles

rear no plate light not working

Pass 11 Apr 2009 23,183 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 21,224 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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L2 UAP is a 2001 Honda XL1000V in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 L2 UAP, 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 L2 UAP registered?

L2 UAP is a 2001 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 27 April 2001.

Is L2 UAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L2 UAP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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