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N482 YEW

1996 Honda XL750

Black Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,267 mi
Last recorded33,267 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda XL75040,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN482 YEW
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 33,267 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 32,932 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 32,917 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 32,775 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 32,648 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 32,635 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 32,515 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2019 32,515 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2016 30,851 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2016 30,851 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2013 30,716 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 30,707 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 30,099 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 30,087 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 29,968 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2006 29,706 miles

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

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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N482 YEW is a 1996 Honda XL750 in Black with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 N482 YEW, 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

How do I check the history of N482 YEW?

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What year was N482 YEW registered?

N482 YEW is a 1996 Honda XL750, first registered on 5 June 1996.

Is N482 YEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N482 YEW shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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