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SL54 MYX

2004 Honda XL1000V

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

38,400 mi
Last recorded38,400 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda XL1000V22,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL54 MYX
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 38,400 miles

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 36,083 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2023 34,059 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 32,693 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2022 32,671 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2021 31,707 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 29,551 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2019 27,603 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2018 24,087 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 18,665 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 16,499 miles

Front Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front SLIGHT BIND IN FRONT

Pass 11 Jun 2015 15,419 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 10 Jun 2015 15,418 miles

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

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

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 13,745 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 13,131 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 12,307 miles
Pass 15 May 2011 11,285 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 10,733 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 8,521 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2007 6,016 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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SL54 MYX is a 2004 Honda XL1000V in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2004 Honda XL1000V models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 22,400 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 SL54 MYX, 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 22 years old, this Honda XL1000V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SL54 MYX registered?

SL54 MYX is a 2004 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 29 September 2004.

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