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N378 OWV

1996 Honda XRV750

Black Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,250 mi
Last recorded27,250 miles
Recorded on16 May 2024
Typical for 1996 Honda XRV75034,918 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN378 OWV
MakeHonda
ModelXRV750
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2024 27,250 miles

bike frame showing signs of surface rust

side stand stiff

Pass 11 Oct 2022 27,079 miles

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

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front slight bind brake

Front tyre underinflated

Pass 7 Aug 2021 26,206 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 29 Feb 2012 26,167 miles

Front Wheel corroded significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 26,167 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 26,167 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 26,167 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 29 Dec 2008 26,167 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2007 24,529 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 22,394 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XRV750?

Based on 3,625 MOT tests across 316 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
1,098
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
316
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 52
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 32
wheel bearings have excessive free play 25
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 21
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 20
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N378 OWV is a 1996 Honda XRV750 in Black with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Honda XRV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 34,918 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 XRV750 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N378 OWV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XRV750 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Honda XRV750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N378 OWV registered?

N378 OWV is a 1996 Honda XRV750, first registered on 28 June 1996.

Is N378 OWV safe to buy?

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