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P812 HON

1997 Honda XL750

Silver Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

58,581 mi
Last recorded58,581 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda XL75028,764 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP812 HON
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 58,581 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2024 58,391 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 57,711 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5 mm dangerous (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2022 57,296 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Coolant leak radiator ()

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

Pass 26 Apr 2021 56,692 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2020 55,948 miles

Front Brake component slightly loose callipers rubbers worn (1.1.21 (c))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear suspension mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2020 55,948 miles

All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned all (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Front Brake component slightly loose callipers rubbers worn (1.1.21 (c))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear suspension mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2011 54,896 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 50,138 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 43,127 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 37,205 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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P812 HON is a 1997 Honda XL750 in Silver with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 Honda XL750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 28,764 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 P812 HON, 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 29 years old, this Honda XL750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P812 HON registered?

P812 HON is a 1997 Honda XL750, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P812 HON safe to buy?

The MOT history for P812 HON shows 11 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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