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W481 EWU

2000 Honda XL750

Blue Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2024
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

40,688 mi
Last recorded40,688 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2023
Typical for 2000 Honda XL75028,976 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW481 EWU
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2023 40,688 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Rear luggage rack slightly loose

Pass 30 Jul 2022 40,640 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2022 40,619 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Aug 2021 40,251 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2021 40,220 miles

Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 40,085 miles

non standard cans fitted

Fail 12 Aug 2020 40,070 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

non standard cans fitted

Pass 24 Apr 2019 40,078 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 40,028 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 38,822 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2015 38,822 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Oct 2014 36,120 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 33,284 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 31,504 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 30,406 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 27,865 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 27,863 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 7 Apr 2009 25,197 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 25,197 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2007 20,686 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2007 20,686 miles

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

Fail 21 Dec 2007 20,686 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2006 12,930 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 12,582 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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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W481 EWU is a 2000 Honda XL750 in Blue with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2000 Honda XL750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 28,976 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 W481 EWU, 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 26 years old, this Honda XL750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W481 EWU registered?

W481 EWU is a 2000 Honda XL750, first registered on 7 August 2000.

Is W481 EWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W481 EWU shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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