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W147 HPV

2000 Honda XL1000V

Multi-colour Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

22,695 mi
Last recorded22,695 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda XL1000V30,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW147 HPV
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2000
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 22,695 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Fail 2 Apr 2026 22,695 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Drive chain horseshoe locking device likely to become detached (6.1.7 (j) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 22,476 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 29 May 2023 22,454 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2022 22,408 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2020 22,316 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 21,156 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 20,724 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 20,461 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 19,320 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2016 19,320 miles

Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 18,805 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 17,897 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 17,897 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 11 Aug 2007 17,487 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 15,718 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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W147 HPV is a 2000 Honda XL1000V in Multi-colour with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 W147 HPV, 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 W147 HPV registered?

W147 HPV is a 2000 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 6 May 2000.

Is W147 HPV safe to buy?

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