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NKZ 2487

2008 Honda XL1000V

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

30,764 mi
Last recorded30,764 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda XL1000V18,356 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNKZ 2487
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 30,764 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 28,162 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 24,815 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 21,978 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 18,098 miles

Central center stand bolt securing bolt missing

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Dec 2021 18,094 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

main stand insecure (has bolt missing)

Pass 7 Nov 2020 12,145 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 11,026 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 10,644 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 10,558 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 7,719 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 4,383 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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NKZ 2487 is a 2008 Honda XL1000V in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2008 Honda XL1000V models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 18,356 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 NKZ 2487, 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 18 years old, this Honda XL1000V is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NKZ 2487 registered?

NKZ 2487 is a 2008 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 9 April 2008.

Is NKZ 2487 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NKZ 2487 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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