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T481 SOU

1999 Honda XL1000V

Orange Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,187 mi
Last recorded30,187 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Honda XL1000V30,532 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT481 SOU
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year1999
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 30,187 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 29,535 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 29,514 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 28,854 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 26,767 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 25,796 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 88,471 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 87,849 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 87,849 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 86,945 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2009 82,651 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2009 82,651 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2007 67,902 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 67,902 miles

Fairing so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Fail 3 Oct 2005 60,200 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2005 60,200 miles

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

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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T481 SOU is a 1999 Honda XL1000V in Orange with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Honda XL1000V models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 30,532 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 T481 SOU, 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 27 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 T481 SOU registered?

T481 SOU is a 1999 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T481 SOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for T481 SOU shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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