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R31 CWO

1998 Honda XL750

Silver Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

68,219 mi
Last recorded68,219 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda XL75030,289 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR31 CWO
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 68,219 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 67,752 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 70,173 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 62,647 miles

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

Fail 29 Oct 2011 60,167 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Pass 29 Oct 2011 60,167 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 49,349 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2009 43,925 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2008 39,259 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Oct 2008 39,259 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2007 32,924 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 26,998 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2005 18,915 miles

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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R31 CWO is a 1998 Honda XL750 in Silver with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R31 CWO, 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

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What year was R31 CWO registered?

R31 CWO is a 1998 Honda XL750, first registered on 20 January 1998.

Is R31 CWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R31 CWO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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