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S844 NEF

1998 Honda XL750

White Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,683 mi
Last recorded36,683 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda XL75030,289 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS844 NEF
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2026 36,683 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 35,894 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 34,849 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 31,455 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 28,907 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 May 2019 25,341 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2018 21,333 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2016 19,041 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 18,985 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 18,926 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 18,838 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 18,679 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 18,316 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 17,829 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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S844 NEF is a 1998 Honda XL750 in White with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S844 NEF, 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

How do I check the history of S844 NEF?

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What year was S844 NEF registered?

S844 NEF is a 1998 Honda XL750, first registered on 16 December 1998.

Is S844 NEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S844 NEF 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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