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Honda XL1000V

Gold · Petrol · 2001 · 996 cc

Y242 HPAMOT history

Y242 HPA is a gold petrol Honda XL1000V first used on 16 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 42,212 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
42,212 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
707 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y242 HPA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
XL1000V
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
996 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y242 HPA was last recorded at 42,212 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 343 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
41,869 miles · 5 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
343 miles
Average per year
707 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 42,212 miles
  • 2024 – 41,869 miles
  • 2023 – 41,829 miles
  • 2022 – 41,798 miles
  • 2021 – 41,578 miles
  • 2019 – 40,899 miles
  • 2018 – 38,852 miles
  • 2016 – 38,221 miles
  • 2015 – 37,077 miles
  • 2014 – 36,084 miles
  • 2011 – 34,638 miles
  • 2008 – 32,636 miles
  • 2007 – 30,349 miles
  • 2006 – 28,475 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass42,212 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Centre stand holed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear rear shock spring has corrosion but not to excess

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 28 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass42,212 miles (+343)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    42,212 miles
    Test number
    881555395113
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass41,869 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    41,869 miles
    Test number
    205595170105
    • AdvisoryCentre stand holed
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail41,869 miles (+40)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,869 miles
    Test number
    233185061898
    • MajorRear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentre stand holed
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  4. Pass41,829 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    41,829 miles
    Test number
    296235548376
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCentre stand corroded and holed

  5. Fail41,829 miles (+31)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,829 miles
    Test number
    948076567428
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCentre stand corroded and holed

  6. Pass41,798 miles (+220)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    41,798 miles
    Test number
    142224962727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass41,578 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    41,578 miles
    Test number
    421082459502
    • AdvisoryRear rear shock spring has corrosion but not to excess

  8. Fail41,571 miles (+672)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,571 miles
    Test number
    556920321683
    • DangerousFront Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousNearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear shock spring has corrosion but not to excess

  9. Pass40,899 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    40,899 miles
    Test number
    679664661658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail40,867 miles (+2,015)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,867 miles
    Test number
    105103041164
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

  11. Pass38,852 miles (+631)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    38,852 miles
    Test number
    108952706127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass38,221 miles (+1,144)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    38,221 miles
    Test number
    986932362617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass37,077 miles (+993)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    37,077 miles
    Test number
    597565345225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass36,084 miles (+27)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    36,084 miles
    Test number
    949006234188
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • NoteExhaust clamps missing but secure

  15. Fail36,057 miles (+1,419)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,057 miles
    Test number
    429798424186
    • FailureRear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)
    • FailureRear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • NoteExhaust clamps missing but secure

  16. Pass34,638 miles (+2,002)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    34,638 miles
    Test number
    786385751334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,636 miles (+2,287)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    32,636 miles
    Test number
    453829718337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,349 miles (+1,874)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    30,349 miles
    Test number
    430166587253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    28,475 miles
    Test number
    250451406337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y242 HPA

Does Y242 HPA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y242 HPA is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y242 HPA?
The MOT on Y242 HPA is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y242 HPA done?
Y242 HPA was recorded at 42,212 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 707 miles a year.
Has Y242 HPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y242 HPA has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on Y242 HPA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on Y242 HPA find?
Y242 HPA passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake binding but not excessively; offside front shock absorber has a light misting of oil; rear brake binding but not excessively.

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