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S87 XCJ

1999 Honda XL750

White Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

47,740 mi
Last recorded47,740 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda XL75029,821 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS87 XCJ
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 47,740 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2025 47,740 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 47,358 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 45,958 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 44,465 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 43,193 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2017 43,192 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 41,727 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 40,882 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 39,998 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2013 37,448 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 34,335 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 34,017 miles

Drive chain in very dry condition.

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front tyre worn.

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

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

Rear tyre perished.

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Throttle slightly holding up on r/h lock.

Pass 29 Jul 2010 32,903 miles

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

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

drive chain in very dry condition

rear tyre perished

Pass 15 Jul 2009 31,936 miles

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 15 Jul 2009 31,936 miles

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 31,153 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2007 29,872 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2006 20,389 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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S87 XCJ is a 1999 Honda XL750 in White with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 S87 XCJ, 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

How do I check the history of S87 XCJ?

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What year was S87 XCJ registered?

S87 XCJ is a 1999 Honda XL750, first registered on 20 January 1999.

Is S87 XCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S87 XCJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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