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P315 VTY

1996 Honda XL750

Silver Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

71,223 mi
Last recorded71,223 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda XL75040,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP315 VTY
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 71,223 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2026 71,223 miles

Rear Brake caliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2024 66,912 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Oct 2024 66,912 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 61,741 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Sep 2022 59,573 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 May 2021 55,953 miles
Pass 23 May 2020 55,395 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2019 50,709 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 49,708 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2017 48,198 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 46,876 miles

front brake sticking slightly

registration plate deteriorated

Pass 30 May 2015 44,993 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 42,712 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 40,268 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 38,561 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 37,719 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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

Pass 29 May 2010 36,339 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 35,141 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 33,647 miles

front tyre low on pressure

Pass 19 May 2007 32,232 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 26,671 miles

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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P315 VTY is a 1996 Honda XL750 in Silver with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P315 VTY, 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 P315 VTY registered?

P315 VTY is a 1996 Honda XL750, first registered on 8 August 1996.

Is P315 VTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P315 VTY shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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