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N705 FEX

1996 Honda XL750

White Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

42,301 mi
Last recorded42,301 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda XL75040,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN705 FEX
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 42,301 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2025 42,113 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 42,009 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 41,983 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2021 41,964 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 41,844 miles

slight bind on front wheel

Pass 6 Apr 2019 41,582 miles

slight binde on front wheel

Pass 7 Apr 2018 41,049 miles

corrosion to main central stand and no bump stop

front brake slight binding

Pass 1 Apr 2017 40,726 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 40,390 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 39,859 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 39,704 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Mar 2013 39,541 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 2 Mar 2013 39,541 miles

Rear Brake hose which buldges (3.2.B4)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 39,224 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 38,552 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 38,270 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2009 37,877 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 35,572 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 30,340 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 26,327 miles

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

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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N705 FEX is a 1996 Honda XL750 in White with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 N705 FEX, 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 N705 FEX registered?

N705 FEX is a 1996 Honda XL750, first registered on 7 March 1996.

Is N705 FEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N705 FEX shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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