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R386 GYJ

1997 Honda XL750

Silver Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

66,699 mi
Last recorded66,699 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda XL75028,764 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR386 GYJ
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 66,699 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 65,294 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 65,159 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 63,544 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 11 Nov 2020 62,579 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2019 59,920 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 58,240 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 54,896 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2017 54,896 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 52,810 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 51,364 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 46,265 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 43,813 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 36,815 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2012 36,815 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 32,751 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 31,440 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 28,920 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 26,963 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2008 26,963 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Feb 2007 26,356 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 25,850 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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R386 GYJ is a 1997 Honda XL750 in Silver with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 R386 GYJ, 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 R386 GYJ registered?

R386 GYJ is a 1997 Honda XL750, first registered on 24 December 1997.

Is R386 GYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R386 GYJ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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