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R173 DJA

1998 Honda XL750

Green Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

44,044 mi
Last recorded44,044 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda XL75030,289 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR173 DJA
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 44,044 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2025 43,724 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 41,359 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 36,851 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 29,144 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 28,419 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 28,181 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 26,436 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 26,436 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 May 2016 24,503 miles

Offside Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2015 22,821 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 18,940 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 16,881 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 16,868 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 16,683 miles

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

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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R173 DJA is a 1998 Honda XL750 in Green with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1998 Honda XL750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 30,289 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 R173 DJA, 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 28 years old, this Honda XL750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R173 DJA?

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What year was R173 DJA registered?

R173 DJA is a 1998 Honda XL750, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R173 DJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R173 DJA shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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