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NU55 EKP

2005 Honda XL1000V

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,940 mi
Last recorded27,940 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda XL1000V20,988 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU55 EKP
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 6 Jun 2026 27,940 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2025 24,172 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 23,235 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 22,869 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 21,516 miles

Central Rear Lower Brake binding but not excessively new pads appear to have been fitted - very slight bind to rear brakes (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 May 2021 20,911 miles
Pass 8 May 2020 18,248 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear downpipe to link pipe gasket failed (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Main beam switch intermittently sticking on

Pass 30 Apr 2019 17,307 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 12,580 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 12,216 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 11,935 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 8,187 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 10 May 2014 7,147 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 6,661 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 6,507 miles

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

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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NU55 EKP is a 2005 Honda XL1000V in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Honda XL1000V models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 20,988 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 NU55 EKP, 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 21 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 NU55 EKP registered?

NU55 EKP is a 2005 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 15 September 2005.

Is NU55 EKP safe to buy?

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