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LR53 FMZ

2003 Honda XL1000V

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

37,429 mi
Last recorded37,429 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Honda XL1000V23,229 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 FMZ
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2019 37,429 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Apr 2019 37,429 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2018 35,606 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 31,258 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

hand guards catching on full lock, not affecting the handling or steering

Fail 31 Mar 2017 31,258 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

hand guards catching on full lock, not affecting the handling or steering

Pass 20 Jan 2016 30,752 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 14 Jan 2016 30,752 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2014 26,738 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 24,366 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 24,366 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 May 2012 21,310 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 20,855 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2010 18,726 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2009 16,812 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2008 14,768 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 14,518 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 12,143 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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LR53 FMZ is a 2003 Honda XL1000V in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 LR53 FMZ, 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.

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What year was LR53 FMZ registered?

LR53 FMZ is a 2003 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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