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RE53 WTL

2003 Honda XL1000V

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

25,565 mi
Last recorded25,565 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2020
Typical for 2003 Honda XL1000V23,229 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE53 WTL
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2020 25,565 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2018 25,437 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 24,906 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 21 May 2012 24,342 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 May 2011 22,288 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 16 May 2011 22,278 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 18 May 2010 20,157 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2009 18,507 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 16,631 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 13,230 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2006 13,230 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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 WTL is a 2003 Honda XL1000V in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 RE53 WTL, 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 WTL registered?

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

Is RE53 WTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE53 WTL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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