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RE53 WTN

2003 Honda XL1000V

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

54,586 mi
Last recorded54,586 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda XL1000V23,229 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE53 WTN
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 54,586 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 1 Apr 2026 54,586 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2025 54,469 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Apr 2025 54,437 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 11 Feb 2023 43,073 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear indicator lens missing, does not affect light

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (notchy) (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 11 Feb 2023 43,073 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear indicator lens missing, does not affect light

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (notchy) (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 26,993 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slightly notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 22 Dec 2021 26,993 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slightly notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 12,840 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 11,898 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 10,698 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 9,957 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 9,156 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 8,738 miles

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

Fail 16 Aug 2013 7,910 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 7,910 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 7,446 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 7,232 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 5,946 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 4,648 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 3,927 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 2,055 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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RE53 WTN is a 2003 Honda XL1000V in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 WTN, 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 WTN registered?

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

Is RE53 WTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE53 WTN shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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