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S86 JRA

1998 Honda XL750

Blue Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

64,741 mi
Last recorded64,741 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2022
Typical for 1998 Honda XL75030,289 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS86 JRA
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2022 64,741 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 64,657 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 64,528 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2013 62,981 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 59,825 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 57,706 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 13 May 2010 57,706 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2a)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 55,499 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 55,335 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2007 50,809 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2007 50,809 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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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S86 JRA is a 1998 Honda XL750 in Blue with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 S86 JRA, 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 S86 JRA registered?

S86 JRA is a 1998 Honda XL750, first registered on 7 August 1998.

Is S86 JRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S86 JRA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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