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LG55 OYJ

2005 Honda XL1000V

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

55,031 mi
Last recorded55,031 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda XL1000V20,988 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG55 OYJ
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 55,031 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear downpipe joint leaking slightly on gasket (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2025 53,801 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear downpipe to collector pipe slight leak (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 51,124 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 48,377 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 46,175 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 43,163 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2021 43,163 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear downpipe to collector (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 37,236 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 36,666 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2017 36,012 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2016 34,400 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2015 32,482 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 32,482 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2014 27,873 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 27,126 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 25,176 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 20,451 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 16,863 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 12,729 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 12,729 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2008 8,945 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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LG55 OYJ is a 2005 Honda XL1000V in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Honda XL1000V models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 20,988 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 LG55 OYJ, 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 21 years old, this Honda XL1000V is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LG55 OYJ?

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What year was LG55 OYJ registered?

LG55 OYJ is a 2005 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 15 September 2005.

Is LG55 OYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG55 OYJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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