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H48 RAH

1990 Honda XL750

White Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

35,914 mi
Last recorded35,914 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2016
Typical for 1990 Honda XL75045,005 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH48 RAH
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2016 35,914 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 35,245 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 33,983 miles

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

both front brake discs slightly pitted

Fail 12 Mar 2014 33,973 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 32,731 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

rear suspension damping quite hard

Fail 2 Feb 2013 32,723 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Chainguard secure at present but has been glued

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Indicators flashing on maximum limit

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 30,437 miles

Clutch cable routed incorrectly.

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 27,357 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 27,357 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jan 2010 25,934 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 25,108 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 25,011 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2008 24,996 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

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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H48 RAH is a 1990 Honda XL750 in White with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 H48 RAH, 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.

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What year was H48 RAH registered?

H48 RAH is a 1990 Honda XL750, first registered on 25 August 1990.

Is H48 RAH safe to buy?

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