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RE53 WTG

2003 Honda XL1000V

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

39,574 mi
Last recorded39,574 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Honda XL1000V23,229 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE53 WTG
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2014 39,574 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 37,684 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 34,453 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 29,160 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 21,569 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 20,587 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 19,563 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 18,825 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 18,079 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2006 18,079 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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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RE53 WTG is a 2003 Honda XL1000V in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 RE53 WTG, 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 RE53 WTG registered?

RE53 WTG is a 2003 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is RE53 WTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE53 WTG shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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