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YV03 XBC

2003 Honda XL1000V

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

55,042 mi
Last recorded55,042 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda XL1000V23,229 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYV03 XBC
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 55,042 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 54,262 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2023 53,885 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 51,238 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 51,043 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2021 51,041 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 48,368 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 42,696 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 41,905 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 37,844 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 36,265 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 26,293 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2006 26,293 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

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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YV03 XBC is a 2003 Honda XL1000V in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YV03 XBC, 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 YV03 XBC registered?

YV03 XBC is a 2003 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 20 August 2003.

Is YV03 XBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YV03 XBC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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