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SL53 SKU

2003 Honda XL1000V

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

57,226 mi
Last recorded57,226 miles
Recorded on21 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Honda XL1000V23,229 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL53 SKU
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2015 57,226 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 54,485 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 54,485 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 50,772 miles

wear in front fork sliding components, Nearside and offside

Pass 26 Apr 2012 48,087 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 48,087 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 44,168 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 36,954 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 35,574 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 29,543 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 23,815 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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SL53 SKU is a 2003 Honda XL1000V in Blue 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 SL53 SKU, 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 SL53 SKU registered?

SL53 SKU is a 2003 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 22 November 2003.

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