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W837 XGC

2000 Honda XL1000V

Orange Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

59,638 mi
Last recorded59,638 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda XL1000V30,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW837 XGC
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2000
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2025 59,638 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 58,374 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 56,411 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 53,814 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 50,852 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 50,746 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 50,746 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2016 49,244 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Number plate light not working

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2014 49,211 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 37,532 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 35,213 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2009 30,155 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2009 30,155 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 26,185 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 22,381 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2006 17,670 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 17,670 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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W837 XGC is a 2000 Honda XL1000V in Orange with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 W837 XGC, 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 W837 XGC registered?

W837 XGC is a 2000 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 22 April 2000.

Is W837 XGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W837 XGC shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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