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N707 WUP

1996 Honda XL750

Red Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,859 mi
Last recorded54,859 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
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

RegistrationN707 WUP
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 54,859 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2025 54,844 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Aug 2023 54,367 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2022 53,010 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

beam deflectors fitted

Fail 26 Jul 2022 53,006 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2020 51,632 miles

beam deflectors fitted

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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N707 WUP is a 1996 Honda XL750 in Red with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 N707 WUP, 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 N707 WUP?

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What year was N707 WUP registered?

N707 WUP is a 1996 Honda XL750, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N707 WUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N707 WUP shows 6 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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