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R556 OPR

1998 Honda XL750

Green Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

24,203 mi
Last recorded24,203 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2022
Typical for 1998 Honda XL75030,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR556 OPR
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2022 24,203 miles

Front tyre perishing

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limits (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 23,674 miles

Front tyre starting to perish/crack

Rear tyre tread getting low

Pass 17 Aug 2020 23,370 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 23,016 miles

rear tyre wearing low

Pass 25 Sep 2017 22,505 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

front brake binding on slightly

Pass 30 Sep 2016 21,684 miles

front brake binding on

tick over fast

Pass 27 Oct 2014 20,948 miles

front and rear brake judder

Fail 20 Oct 2014 20,944 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

front and rear brake judder

Pass 30 Apr 2013 20,738 miles

front brake binding on

Pass 6 May 2011 20,593 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 20,337 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 20,028 miles

front brakes binding on slightly

Pass 13 Sep 2006 19,474 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2006 19,474 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 2 Aug 2005 19,042 miles

headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 2 Aug 2005 19,022 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

front brakes binding slightly

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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R556 OPR is a 1998 Honda XL750 in Green with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R556 OPR, 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 R556 OPR registered?

R556 OPR is a 1998 Honda XL750, first registered on 18 June 1998.

Is R556 OPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R556 OPR shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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