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H161 FHG

1990 Honda XL750

Blue Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

82,785 mi
Last recorded82,785 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 1990 Honda XL75045,005 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH161 FHG
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 82,785 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2024 82,064 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2023 81,239 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2022 80,377 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 79,577 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 78,651 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2019 77,793 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2018 76,810 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 76,133 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 74,427 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 73,032 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 70,456 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 63,690 miles

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 55,869 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 31 Aug 2012 55,869 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 49,633 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 2 Sep 2011 49,617 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 44,858 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 38,561 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 31,080 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2008 31,080 miles

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Upper Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Jul 2006 30,310 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL750?

Based on 10,052 MOT tests across 1,040 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
951
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
1,040
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 141
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 70
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 61
Throttle operating incorrectly 46
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H161 FHG is a 1990 Honda XL750 in Blue with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1990 Honda XL750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 45,005 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL750 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 141 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H161 FHG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL750 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 36 years old, this Honda XL750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H161 FHG registered?

H161 FHG is a 1990 Honda XL750, first registered on 28 September 1990.

Is H161 FHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for H161 FHG shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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