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OY02 RLU

2001 Honda XL1000V

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Honda XL1000V26,766 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY02 RLU
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

unable to fully read odometer

Fail 23 Apr 2026

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

unable to fully read odometer

Pass 28 Mar 2025 34,080 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2025 34,080 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 32,823 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2023 30,338 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2022 28,668 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2021 28,026 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 27,320 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2019 26,472 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 13 Jul 2019 26,472 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 25,964 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 25,407 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 23,758 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 22,862 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 21,636 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 20,956 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 19,676 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 19,033 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 18,336 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 8 May 2008 16,004 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 13,949 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 11,514 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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OY02 RLU is a 2001 Honda XL1000V in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2001 Honda XL1000V models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 26,766 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 OY02 RLU, 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 25 years old, this Honda XL1000V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OY02 RLU registered?

OY02 RLU is a 2001 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is OY02 RLU safe to buy?

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