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P966 YFG

1997 Honda XL750

Silver Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,062 mi
Last recorded31,062 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda XL75028,764 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP966 YFG
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 6 Sep 2025 31,062 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 30,850 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 30,495 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 29,984 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 27,915 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 29,425 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 29,276 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 28,538 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 27,788 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 26,376 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 24,895 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 23,631 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 21,992 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 18,508 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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P966 YFG is a 1997 Honda XL750 in Silver with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P966 YFG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P966 YFG registered?

P966 YFG is a 1997 Honda XL750, first registered on 27 May 1997.

Is P966 YFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P966 YFG shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P966 YFG have outstanding finance?

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