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MT03 OWD

2003 Honda XL1000V

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

39,193 mi
Last recorded39,193 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 Honda XL1000V23,229 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT03 OWD
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2022 39,193 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 38,972 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 38,589 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 38,140 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 38,136 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2015 37,810 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 37,746 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 36,997 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 36,997 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 36,533 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 35,129 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 3 Aug 2011 35,129 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 33,780 miles

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

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

Number Plate Light Inop

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 26 Aug 2010 33,780 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Number Plate Light Inop

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 31 Jul 2009 32,538 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 32,538 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2008 29,801 miles

Handlebars slightly bent

Mudguard fouls crash bar on right hand lock

Steering fouls crash bar on left hand lock

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 13 Aug 2008 29,801 miles

Handlebars slightly bent

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Mudguard fouls crash bar on right hand lock

Steering fouls crash bar on left hand lock

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 26,821 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 24,481 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 20,168 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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MT03 OWD 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 71.4%.

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 MT03 OWD, 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 MT03 OWD registered?

MT03 OWD is a 2003 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 23 May 2003.

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The MOT history for MT03 OWD shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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