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S230 MGC

1999 Honda XL750

White Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

37,347 mi
Last recorded37,347 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Honda XL75029,821 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS230 MGC
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 37,347 miles

Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2025 37,024 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2023 36,160 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 18 Nov 2023 36,160 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 35,160 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 34,680 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 34,088 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 33,993 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 33,431 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 32,391 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear spocket worn.

Pass 28 Sep 2013 32,123 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 31,319 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 31,378 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2009 28,333 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2009 26,083 miles

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

Fail 6 Feb 2008 23,610 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2008 23,610 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 12,310 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 10,760 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2006 10,758 miles

Front Brake component defective due to a deliberate modification which significantly reduces the original strength (3.1.5)

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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S230 MGC is a 1999 Honda XL750 in White with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1999 Honda XL750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 29,821 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 S230 MGC, 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 27 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 S230 MGC registered?

S230 MGC is a 1999 Honda XL750, first registered on 7 January 1999.

Is S230 MGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S230 MGC shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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