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W481 LVN

2000 Honda XL1000V

Gold Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

48,531 mi
Last recorded48,531 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2020
Typical for 2000 Honda XL1000V30,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW481 LVN
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2000
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2020 48,531 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 47,580 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 43,628 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 14 Aug 2014 43,260 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 37,137 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 33,082 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 29,050 miles

both front and rear brakes slicking slightly

o/s handle bear grip slightly insecure

Fail 14 Mar 2011 29,050 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2007 28,946 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 28,946 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 2 Jun 2006 28,291 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 28,291 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 8 Jun 2005 21,465 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(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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W481 LVN is a 2000 Honda XL1000V in Gold with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 W481 LVN, 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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W481 LVN is a 2000 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 15 May 2000.

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