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R959 XKM

1997 Honda XL750

Black Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2025
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,796 mi
Last recorded34,796 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda XL75028,764 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR959 XKM
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 21 Nov 2024 34,796 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 31,367 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 30,103 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 30,001 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 29,804 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 28,907 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 28,583 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 28,564 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 28,558 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 28,498 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 28,493 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 28,481 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 28,290 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 28,073 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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R959 XKM is a 1997 Honda XL750 in Black with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 R959 XKM, 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 R959 XKM registered?

R959 XKM is a 1997 Honda XL750, first registered on 11 September 1997.

Is R959 XKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R959 XKM shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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