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MF05 YAO

2005 Honda XL1000V

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

26,240 mi
Last recorded26,240 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda XL1000V20,988 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF05 YAO
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Fail 1 Jul 2026 26,240 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated with fork oil (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear brake pedal has little reserve travel

Rear tyre unevenly worn

Front tyre unevenly worn

Pass 2 Jul 2025 24,685 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear brake pedal has little reserve travel

Pass 11 Jul 2024 24,504 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2023 23,288 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 23,031 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 22,686 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 May 2019 21,469 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 20,275 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 19,936 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 17,600 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 14,395 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 13,981 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 12,035 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 7,198 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Aug 2010 5,004 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 1 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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MF05 YAO is a 2005 Honda XL1000V in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 MF05 YAO, 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 MF05 YAO registered?

MF05 YAO is a 2005 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is MF05 YAO safe to buy?

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