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P950 HWA

1996 Honda XL750

White Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

32,731 mi
Last recorded32,731 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda XL75040,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP950 HWA
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 32,731 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2025 32,612 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 32,481 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 32,157 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy notchy upper (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 31,483 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 30,777 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 30,251 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 29,718 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 28,860 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2017 28,304 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2016 27,716 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2016 27,694 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2015 26,416 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 25,269 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 23,926 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 22,751 miles

chain is fitted with spring link

Pass 11 Jan 2011 21,630 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 20,690 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 19,817 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 19,321 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 18,719 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 18,027 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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P950 HWA is a 1996 Honda XL750 in White with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 P950 HWA, 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 P950 HWA registered?

P950 HWA is a 1996 Honda XL750, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P950 HWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P950 HWA shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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