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W196 RVM

2000 Honda XL 1000V Varadero

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

42,503 mi
Last recorded42,503 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda XL 1000V Varadero23,283 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW196 RVM
MakeHonda
ModelXL 1000V Varadero
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 42,503 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 40,195 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 38,319 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2024 38,319 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 36,805 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 35,329 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 34,386 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 32,929 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 31,901 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 29,373 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 29,042 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 28,215 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 27,632 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 26,557 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 25,367 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 24,918 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 24,213 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 23,295 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 23,283 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 22,556 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 21,453 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 20,771 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL 1000V Varadero?

Based on 787 MOT tests across 141 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
1,196
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
141
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
Brake disc(s) has excessive run out 6
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 4
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W196 RVM is a 2000 Honda XL 1000V Varadero in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 2000 Honda XL 1000V Varadero models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 23,283 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL 1000V Varadero fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W196 RVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 1000V Varadero typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 26 years old, this Honda XL 1000V Varadero is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W196 RVM registered?

W196 RVM is a 2000 Honda XL 1000V Varadero, first registered on 15 July 2000.

Is W196 RVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W196 RVM shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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