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S787 RRL

1998 Honda XL750

Black Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

2,729 mi
Last recorded2,729 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2012
Typical for 1998 Honda XL75030,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS787 RRL
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2012 2,729 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2011 99,867 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 96,521 miles

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

Fail 14 Dec 2010 96,481 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2009 92,397 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2008 89,089 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Dec 2007 87,626 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2007 87,531 miles

Brake component is fractured (3.1.5) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Dec 2006 83,803 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 80,889 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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S787 RRL is a 1998 Honda XL750 in Black with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S787 RRL, 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 S787 RRL registered?

S787 RRL is a 1998 Honda XL750, first registered on 1 December 1998.

Is S787 RRL safe to buy?

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