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H649 BRV

1990 Honda XL750

Blue Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2015
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

72,758 mi
Last recorded72,758 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2014
Typical for 1990 Honda XL75045,005 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH649 BRV
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2014 72,758 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 11 Apr 2014 72,758 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 72,758 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 71,062 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 70,962 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Fail 12 Mar 2011 67,415 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 67,415 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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H649 BRV is a 1990 Honda XL750 in Blue with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 H649 BRV, 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 H649 BRV registered?

H649 BRV is a 1990 Honda XL750, first registered on 11 August 1990.

Is H649 BRV safe to buy?

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