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W493 SPW

2000 Honda XL 1000V Varadero

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

22,928 mi
Last recorded22,928 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2021
Typical for 2000 Honda XL 1000V Varadero23,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW493 SPW
MakeHonda
ModelXL 1000V Varadero
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2021 22,928 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 9 Sep 2021 22,909 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake component modification unsafe rear brake bracket not fitted correctly (1.1.21 (d) (i))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2019 22,879 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 22,658 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 20,739 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 20,739 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 17,654 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 15,953 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 15,953 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 13,784 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 13,784 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 10,752 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 7,508 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 5,373 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL 1000V Varadero?

Based on 787 MOT tests across 141 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
1,196
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
141
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
Brake disc(s) has excessive run out 6
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 4
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W493 SPW is a 2000 Honda XL 1000V Varadero in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2000 Honda XL 1000V Varadero models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 23,283 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 XL 1000V Varadero fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W493 SPW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 1000V Varadero typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 26 years old, this Honda XL 1000V Varadero is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W493 SPW registered?

W493 SPW is a 2000 Honda XL 1000V Varadero, first registered on 13 April 2000.

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