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RK51 WHJ

2002 Honda XL1000V

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

66,775 mi
Last recorded66,775 miles
Recorded on16 May 2016
Typical for 2002 Honda XL1000V25,366 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK51 WHJ
MakeHonda
ModelXL1000V
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2016 66,775 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 16 May 2015 52,233 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 30 May 2014 34,984 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 May 2014 34,984 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 16,264 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 15,643 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 13,200 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 12,326 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 11,841 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 11,188 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 10,373 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 8,578 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 8,196 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2006 8,192 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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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RK51 WHJ is a 2002 Honda XL1000V in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2002 Honda XL1000V models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 25,366 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 RK51 WHJ, 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 24 years old, this Honda XL1000V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RK51 WHJ registered?

RK51 WHJ is a 2002 Honda XL1000V, first registered on 21 January 2002.

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