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LS05 XGA

2005 Honda XL1000V

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

36,268 mi
Last recorded36,268 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda XL1000V20,988 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS05 XGA
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 36,268 miles
Fail 14 May 2026 36,261 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

DIP AND MAIN BEAM SWITCH INVERSED.

Pass 13 Feb 2025 36,090 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2024 35,136 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 31,231 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2023 31,231 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 29,028 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 27,127 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 26,444 miles

Rear Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened Piston area. (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 26,065 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2019 26,065 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 24,587 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 20,833 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 19,440 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 19,264 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 17,980 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 17,407 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 16,689 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 16,076 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 15,585 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 15,584 miles

Rear Registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2009 14,776 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2008 10,842 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

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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LS05 XGA is a 2005 Honda XL1000V in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 LS05 XGA, 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.

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What year was LS05 XGA registered?

LS05 XGA is a 2005 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 24 June 2005.

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