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R312 KAX

1998 Honda CB750

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,282 mi
Last recorded28,282 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CB75024,959 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR312 KAX
MakeHonda
ModelCB750
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 28,282 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2024 27,193 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2024 27,193 miles

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

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play Sprocket carrier (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Handlebar deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel fixing loose (single fixing) (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 26,242 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 23,730 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2022 23,730 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2021 22,310 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 22,257 miles

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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R312 KAX is a 1998 Honda CB750 in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R312 KAX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R312 KAX registered?

R312 KAX is a 1998 Honda CB750, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R312 KAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R312 KAX shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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