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WN53 TJO

2003 Honda XL1000V

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

55,169 mi
Last recorded55,169 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda XL1000V23,229 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN53 TJO
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 55,169 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 54,854 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2024 54,854 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2023 53,773 miles

centre stand stiff and corroded

Fail 11 Feb 2023 53,759 miles

Direction indicator not working both front (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls rear brake pedal switch (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

centre stand stiff and corroded

Pass 4 May 2021 51,656 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2021 51,496 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 41,421 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2018 46,912 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 44,727 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 44,267 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 17 Sep 2016 44,248 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Oct 2015 41,170 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 38,771 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 38,770 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2013 32,114 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 29,931 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 24 Sep 2011 27,924 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

play at clutch lever needs adjusting

Pass 1 Oct 2010 27,010 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 36,696 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 24,203 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 22,262 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 16,159 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 14,528 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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WN53 TJO is a 2003 Honda XL1000V in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2003 Honda XL1000V models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 23,229 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 WN53 TJO, 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 23 years old, this Honda XL1000V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WN53 TJO registered?

WN53 TJO is a 2003 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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