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P712 MLF

1996 Honda XL750

Black Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

999 mi
Last recorded999 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2016
Typical for 1996 Honda XL75040,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP712 MLF
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2016 999 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 28 Feb 2015 99,177 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 99,177 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 97,076 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2014 97,076 miles

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 95,633 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 93,856 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2012 93,856 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 90,520 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 83,495 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2010 83,495 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Feb 2009 76,022 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 70,357 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Feb 2007 65,648 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Feb 2006 59,693 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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P712 MLF is a 1996 Honda XL750 in Black with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 P712 MLF, 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 P712 MLF registered?

P712 MLF is a 1996 Honda XL750, first registered on 15 November 1996.

Is P712 MLF safe to buy?

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