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PO51 OBV

2001 Honda XL1000V

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,263 mi
Last recorded39,263 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda XL1000V26,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO51 OBV
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 39,263 miles

Central Centre stand bent ,

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

Nearside Rear Footrest seized

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 May 2024 38,069 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 38,058 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 35,977 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 33,822 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2016 33,806 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn BOTH DISCS NEED REPLACING (3.2.A1l)

Fail 21 Oct 2016 33,806 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside BOTH HEADLIGHTS (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low BOTH HEADLIGHTS (1.6)

Throttle operating incorrectly STICKING, DOESN'T RETURN ON IT'S OWN (6.2.1f)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn BOTH DISCS NEED REPLACING (3.2.A1l)

Front PETROL TANK BOLTS UNDONE

Pass 30 Oct 2015 33,527 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2014 28,172 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 28,172 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 24,025 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 23,865 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 23,552 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 23,112 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 23,112 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 21,577 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 18,911 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 16,593 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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PO51 OBV is a 2001 Honda XL1000V in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 PO51 OBV, 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 PO51 OBV registered?

PO51 OBV is a 2001 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 1 December 2001.

Is PO51 OBV safe to buy?

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