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H749 SYG

1990 Honda XL750

Blue Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

33,290 mi
Last recorded33,290 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2025
Typical for 1990 Honda XL75045,005 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH749 SYG
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2025 33,290 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 31,904 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2019 31,904 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Mar 2018 30,540 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2017 30,006 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 29,309 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 28,219 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 26,967 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 24,945 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 20,621 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 20,294 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 19,860 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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H749 SYG is a 1990 Honda XL750 in Blue with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 H749 SYG, 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 H749 SYG registered?

H749 SYG is a 1990 Honda XL750, first registered on 3 October 1990.

Is H749 SYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for H749 SYG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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