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W416 VLN

2000 Honda XL1000V

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

63,460 mi
Last recorded63,460 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda XL1000V30,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW416 VLN
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 May 2025 63,460 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2022 63,137 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2021 62,889 miles

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

Fail 3 Aug 2021 62,889 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2020 62,586 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 61,900 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 61,232 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2017 60,635 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 59,521 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 59,521 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2014 58,987 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 58,987 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 57,759 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 56,289 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 55,533 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 28 Aug 2008 55,524 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 55,134 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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W416 VLN is a 2000 Honda XL1000V in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 W416 VLN, 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 W416 VLN registered?

W416 VLN is a 2000 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 10 March 2000.

Is W416 VLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for W416 VLN shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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