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V708 VVV

2000 Honda XL1000V

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

90,871 mi
Last recorded90,871 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda XL1000V30,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV708 VVV
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 90,871 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

seat in poor condition

slight oil leak

Pass 11 May 2024 88,094 miles

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

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 May 2023 81,097 miles

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

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 79,767 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 77,838 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 75,564 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Brake component slightly loose pin/ bush slider slightly worn (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 29 Aug 2019 75,451 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Brake caliper insecurely mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2018 65,347 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

some distortion of rear brake disc

Pass 12 Apr 2017 57,132 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 46,673 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 36,977 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 33,372 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 33,372 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Sep 2011 24,144 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 5 Sep 2011 24,144 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2010 21,871 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 20,049 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 2 Sep 2009 20,040 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2008 16,306 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2008 16,284 miles

Offside Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 14,954 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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V708 VVV is a 2000 Honda XL1000V in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2000 Honda XL1000V models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 30,042 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 V708 VVV, 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 26 years old, this Honda XL1000V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V708 VVV registered?

V708 VVV is a 2000 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 16 January 2000.

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