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R295 YJC

1997 Honda XL750

Silver Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

56,552 mi
Last recorded56,552 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda XL75028,764 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR295 YJC
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 56,552 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 56,390 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 55,872 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 55,509 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 54,704 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 53,452 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 52,544 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2018 50,053 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 49,875 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 48,471 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 47,199 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 43,545 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 38,676 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 37,895 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2009 37,895 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 37,269 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 37,157 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 36,623 miles

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

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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R295 YJC is a 1997 Honda XL750 in Silver with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 R295 YJC, 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 R295 YJC registered?

R295 YJC is a 1997 Honda XL750, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R295 YJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R295 YJC shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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