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XLJ 175X

1981 Honda CB750

Blue Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

32,805 mi
Last recorded32,805 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2020
Typical for 1981 Honda CB75029,370 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLJ 175X
MakeHonda
ModelCB750
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2020 32,805 miles

front fork seals misting

front suspension soft

Fail 13 Nov 2020 32,805 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

front fork seals misting

front suspension soft

Pass 23 Apr 2019 32,500 miles

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

cut in rear tyre

rear light assembly loose

Pass 8 Dec 2017 32,307 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 32,293 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Fail 7 Aug 2017 32,280 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 32,005 miles

near side light switch cracked.

Pass 17 Jul 2015 31,824 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 31,796 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 31,207 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 30,614 miles

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

cut in rear tyre

Fail 23 Apr 2013 30,339 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 30,339 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 29,720 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

fuel tank slightly loose

speedo cable needs repair

Pass 16 Jan 2010 29,285 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2009 28,372 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2008 27,898 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2008 27,898 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 20 Jan 2007 27,029 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 25,861 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB750?

Based on 29,946 MOT tests across 4,575 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
4,575
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 335
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 322
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 274
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 231
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 170
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XLJ 175X is a 1981 Honda CB750 in Blue with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 29,370 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 CB750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 335 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XLJ 175X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB750 typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 45 years old, this Honda CB750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XLJ 175X?

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What year was XLJ 175X registered?

XLJ 175X is a 1981 Honda CB750, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is XLJ 175X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XLJ 175X shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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