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X789 WVW

2001 Honda XL1000V

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

55,994 mi
Last recorded55,994 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2018
Typical for 2001 Honda XL1000V26,766 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX789 WVW
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2018 55,994 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 55,993 miles

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Oct 2017 45,276 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 42,542 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 37,834 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2015 37,824 miles

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

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2014 33,953 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 33,245 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 33,241 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 32,149 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2011 29,108 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 27,125 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 24,596 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 24,596 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 20,580 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 15,108 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 14,827 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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X789 WVW is a 2001 Honda XL1000V in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2001 Honda XL1000V models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 26,766 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 X789 WVW, 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 25 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 X789 WVW registered?

X789 WVW is a 2001 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 24 January 2001.

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