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W278 NUF

2000 Honda XL1000V

Gold Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

46,401 mi
Last recorded46,401 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2024
Typical for 2000 Honda XL1000V30,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW278 NUF
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2000
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2024 46,401 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 46,339 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 46,269 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 25 May 2022 46,269 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2017 46,164 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 46,156 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 May 2016 46,139 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2015 45,774 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2015 45,774 miles

Offside Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 43,173 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Apr 2012 41,223 miles

front tyre slightly mishaped

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 8 Apr 2011 39,187 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 37,400 miles

Centre Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 33,507 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 30,279 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 26,542 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 22,713 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2006 22,618 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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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W278 NUF is a 2000 Honda XL1000V in Gold with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 W278 NUF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W278 NUF registered?

W278 NUF is a 2000 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 6 April 2000.

Is W278 NUF safe to buy?

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