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R188 XRV

1998 Honda CB750

Black Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,702 mi
Last recorded13,702 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2015
Typical for 1998 Honda CB75024,959 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR188 XRV
MakeHonda
ModelCB750
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2015 13,702 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 13,399 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 17 Mar 2014 13,399 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Chain guard missing

Pass 4 Aug 2012 13,341 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 14 May 2011 13,121 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 May 2011 13,121 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 May 2010 12,749 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2009 12,081 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 11,038 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 10,022 miles

Front position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Honda CB750?

Based on 29,946 MOT tests across 4,575 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
4,575
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 335
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 322
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 274
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 231
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 170
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R188 XRV is a 1998 Honda CB750 in Black with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Honda CB750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 24,959 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 CB750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 335 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R188 XRV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB750 typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 28 years old, this Honda CB750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R188 XRV registered?

R188 XRV is a 1998 Honda CB750, first registered on 24 June 1998.

Is R188 XRV safe to buy?

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