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T71 FPY

1999 Honda XL1000V

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

40,079 mi
Last recorded40,079 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Honda XL1000V30,532 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT71 FPY
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 40,079 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 39,921 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2025 39,908 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Apr 2022 39,760 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 38,991 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 36,561 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 36,549 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 34,627 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 33,375 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 30,341 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 28,319 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 26,792 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2011 26,792 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Feb 2010 24,461 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 22,021 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 21,111 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 18,691 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 18,149 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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T71 FPY is a 1999 Honda XL1000V in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 T71 FPY, 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.

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What year was T71 FPY registered?

T71 FPY is a 1999 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 24 June 1999.

Is T71 FPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for T71 FPY shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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