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VK57 JXJ

2007 Honda XL1000V

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

27,692 mi
Last recorded27,692 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Honda XL1000V18,738 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK57 JXJ
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 27,692 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 27,446 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2024 27,446 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2023 27,428 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 27,093 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 26,612 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 26,242 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2018 23,558 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 22,251 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 21,618 miles

advise - new chain fitted recently but could do with the tension re checking

advise - number plate light fitted but inop

Pass 24 Apr 2015 20,417 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2014 16,421 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 12,730 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 12,726 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 10,157 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 10,157 miles

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

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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VK57 JXJ is a 2007 Honda XL1000V in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2007 Honda XL1000V models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 18,738 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 VK57 JXJ, 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 19 years old, this Honda XL1000V is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VK57 JXJ registered?

VK57 JXJ is a 2007 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 5 October 2007.

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