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YM53 VBZ

2004 Honda XL1000V

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

40,822 mi
Last recorded40,822 miles
Recorded on23 May 2023
Typical for 2004 Honda XL1000V22,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM53 VBZ
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2023 40,822 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 40,505 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 40,505 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 40,505 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 40,398 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 40,388 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 40,357 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 40,342 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 40,315 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 40,290 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 39,844 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 38,339 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 36,689 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 31,627 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 27,963 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2008 27,963 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2006 26,862 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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YM53 VBZ is a 2004 Honda XL1000V in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2004 Honda XL1000V models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 22,400 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 YM53 VBZ, 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 22 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 YM53 VBZ registered?

YM53 VBZ is a 2004 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 7 January 2004.

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The MOT history for YM53 VBZ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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