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RF03 LHB

2003 Honda XL1000V

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,905 mi
Last recorded16,905 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda XL1000V23,229 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF03 LHB
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Fail 7 Sep 2026 16,905 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2025 16,845 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 16,727 miles

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

Rear brake slightly spongy

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

Fail 24 Sep 2024 16,727 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear brake slightly spongy

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

Pass 29 Sep 2023 16,447 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2023 16,447 miles

Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Feb 2019 16,263 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 16,263 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 May 2018 15,333 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 14,335 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 13,364 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2013 8,969 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 9 Aug 2012 8,889 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 8,622 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2010 7,611 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 6,720 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 5,827 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 4,758 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 2,442 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2006 2,442 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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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RF03 LHB is a 2003 Honda XL1000V in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RF03 LHB, 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 RF03 LHB registered?

RF03 LHB is a 2003 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is RF03 LHB safe to buy?

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