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J481 NLU

2008 Honda XL750

Multi-colour Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

53,263 mi
Last recorded53,263 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ481 NLU
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year2008
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2022 53,263 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Indicator Bent but Function not Impaired

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 53,021 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess Wheel Rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock Linkage Corroded

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 28 Jul 2021 53,013 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess Wheel Rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock Linkage Corroded

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 53,004 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Small Coolant Leak From Radiator

Pass 9 May 2019 52,819 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel Rim Slightly Corroded

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel Rim Slightly Corroded

bolt missing in bash plate

Pass 21 May 2018 50,689 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 18 May 2017 45,701 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 27 May 2016 36,700 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 33,387 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 29,228 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 27,086 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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J481 NLU is a 2008 Honda XL750 in Multi-colour with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 J481 NLU, 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 18 years old, this Honda XL750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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J481 NLU is a 2008 Honda XL750, first registered on 25 June 2008.

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