CarVerify

Free Car Check

VAZ 8053

1996 Honda XL750

White Petrol 742cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

162 mi
Last recorded162 miles
Recorded on3 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda XL75040,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAZ 8053
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass
Pass 3 May 2025 162 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 4 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 28,497 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 26,562 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
Full Honda XL750 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

VAZ 8053 is a 1996 Honda XL750 in White with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Honda XL750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 40,726 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 VAZ 8053, 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 30 years old, this Honda XL750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VAZ 8053?

You can check the full history of VAZ 8053 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VAZ 8053 registered?

VAZ 8053 is a 1996 Honda XL750, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is VAZ 8053 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAZ 8053 shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VAZ 8053 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on VAZ 8053. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.