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N688 JRK

1996 Honda XL750

Silver Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

82,915 mi
Last recorded82,915 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2013
Typical for 1996 Honda XL75040,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN688 JRK
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2013 82,915 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 81,752 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 79,461 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 79,452 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2009 77,977 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 77,977 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 69,356 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 61,038 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2007 61,038 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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N688 JRK is a 1996 Honda XL750 in Silver with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N688 JRK, 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.

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What year was N688 JRK registered?

N688 JRK is a 1996 Honda XL750, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N688 JRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N688 JRK shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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