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K279 BWL

2008 Honda XL750

White Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

74,649 mi
Last recorded74,649 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK279 BWL
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2014 74,649 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2013 73,926 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Fail 14 Oct 2013 73,926 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 16 Oct 2012 73,508 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 17 Oct 2011 59,295 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 56,072 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 56,072 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 53,697 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2008 51,028 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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K279 BWL is a 2008 Honda XL750 in White with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 K279 BWL, 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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What year was K279 BWL registered?

K279 BWL is a 2008 Honda XL750, first registered on 6 November 2008.

Is K279 BWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K279 BWL shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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