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R478 XBC

1998 Honda XRV750

Black Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

35,729 mi
Last recorded35,729 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda XRV75033,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR478 XBC
MakeHonda
ModelXRV750
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 35,729 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 35,252 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 35,136 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 35,022 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 33,852 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 33,556 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 33,396 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 33,119 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 32,297 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 31,179 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 29,431 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 28,599 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 26 May 2011 27,614 miles

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

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 26 May 2011 27,614 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2010 26,515 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 25,522 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 25,495 miles

Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2008 24,609 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 23,190 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 21,225 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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R478 XBC is a 1998 Honda XRV750 in Black with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1998 Honda XRV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 33,556 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 R478 XBC, 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 28 years old, this Honda XRV750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R478 XBC registered?

R478 XBC is a 1998 Honda XRV750, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R478 XBC safe to buy?

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