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R656 WRN

1998 Honda XL750

White Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

27,393 mi
Last recorded27,393 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda XL75030,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR656 WRN
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 27,393 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 26,147 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear lower suspension linkage slight corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 25,728 miles

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

Rear suspension linkage slightly corroded

Pass 14 Apr 2023 24,331 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 24,317 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 24,251 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and slight perishing to side walls not deep enough to expose a ply/cord (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 24,155 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 23,862 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 23,544 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 22,986 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 21,964 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2013 21,473 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 20,656 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 20,062 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 19,260 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 18,026 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 May 2008 15,677 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 May 2007 11,706 miles
Fail 12 May 2007 11,706 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 May 2006 8,263 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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R656 WRN is a 1998 Honda XL750 in White with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R656 WRN, 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 R656 WRN registered?

R656 WRN is a 1998 Honda XL750, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R656 WRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R656 WRN shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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