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W656 RLJ

2000 Honda XL750

Black Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,380 mi
Last recorded65,380 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda XL75028,976 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW656 RLJ
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 65,380 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 65,366 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 65,035 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2023 65,024 miles

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Pass 18 May 2022 64,769 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 64,285 miles

Only 1 headlamp working at time of test

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

Pass 28 Sep 2017 60,169 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2017 60,055 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 45,466 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 44,258 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 40,640 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 37,796 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 36,084 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 35,753 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2010 34,392 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2008 34,001 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 34,001 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

The top box is very insecurely fitted. It is retained by only 2 bolts whereas there should be 6.Vibration could break one more of the remaining bolts.

Pass 2 Jul 2007 32,895 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 32,883 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 31,175 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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W656 RLJ is a 2000 Honda XL750 in Black with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 W656 RLJ, 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 W656 RLJ registered?

W656 RLJ is a 2000 Honda XL750, first registered on 24 July 2000.

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