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X954 DLG

2001 Honda XL1000V

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,065 mi
Last recorded49,065 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda XL1000V26,766 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX954 DLG
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 49,065 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 47,380 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit brake pads worn uneven (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

tyre pressures low

Pass 18 Mar 2023 45,389 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2022 42,997 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Mar 2022 42,997 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 42,888 miles

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

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2019 42,588 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced 1 bulb inoperative (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 42,421 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear tyre has slight damage to side wall

Fail 14 Jul 2017 42,411 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear tyre has slight damage to side wall

Pass 28 Apr 2016 41,907 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 18 Apr 2015 41,663 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2015 41,663 miles

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

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

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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X954 DLG is a 2001 Honda XL1000V in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X954 DLG, 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.

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X954 DLG is a 2001 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 22 January 2001.

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