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R236 CAW

1997 Honda XRV750

Silver Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

92,000 mi
Last recorded92,000 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda XRV75038,912 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR236 CAW
MakeHonda
ModelXRV750
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2025 92,000 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 91,161 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 90,257 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 89,305 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 88,307 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 87,996 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 85,026 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 82,902 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2018 82,902 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2017 80,389 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 77,220 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 69,618 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 57,815 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2009 57,550 miles

Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2008 47,358 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2006 39,619 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XRV750?

Based on 3,625 MOT tests across 316 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
1,098
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
316
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 52
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 32
wheel bearings have excessive free play 25
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 21
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 20
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R236 CAW is a 1997 Honda XRV750 in Silver with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Honda XRV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 38,912 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XRV750 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R236 CAW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XRV750 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Honda XRV750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R236 CAW registered?

R236 CAW is a 1997 Honda XRV750, first registered on 24 November 1997.

Is R236 CAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R236 CAW shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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