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LS53 KVD

2003 Honda XL1000V

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

36,367 mi
Last recorded36,367 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Honda XL1000V23,229 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS53 KVD
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2018 36,367 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 24 Mar 2018 36,366 miles

Drive chain worn to excess seized links etc (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 35,112 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 34,634 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 29,363 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 27,097 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 26,375 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 25,306 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2010 24,744 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 20 Feb 2009 21,442 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2009 21,442 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2007 19,050 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2007 19,018 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 21 Oct 2006 11,018 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Oct 2006 11,018 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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LS53 KVD is a 2003 Honda XL1000V in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 LS53 KVD, 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 LS53 KVD registered?

LS53 KVD is a 2003 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 12 November 2003.

Is LS53 KVD safe to buy?

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