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N260 JLR

1996 Honda XL750

Black Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

48,954 mi
Last recorded48,954 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda XL75040,726 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN260 JLR
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 48,954 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2025 47,522 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2021 47,512 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 47,348 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2019 46,354 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2019 46,354 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 25 May 2017 44,555 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 41,298 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 40,011 miles

drive chain loose

Pass 8 Jun 2010 38,968 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 38,188 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 37,093 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 35,974 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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N260 JLR is a 1996 Honda XL750 in Black with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1996 Honda XL750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 40,726 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 N260 JLR, 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 30 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 N260 JLR registered?

N260 JLR is a 1996 Honda XL750, first registered on 22 July 1996.

Is N260 JLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N260 JLR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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