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Y527 BCG

2001 Honda XL750

Blue Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

52,043 mi
Last recorded52,043 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda XL75022,837 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY527 BCG
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 52,043 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 52,008 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 51,991 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2023 51,991 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 51,968 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 51,962 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 51,923 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 51,837 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 51,659 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 51,549 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 50,949 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2015 50,709 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 50,671 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 50,598 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 50,548 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Oct 2011 50,424 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 50,244 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2009 44,574 miles

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

Front brake lever has slightly excessive travel.

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

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

Throttle grip sticking slightly.

Pass 8 Nov 2008 40,397 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2008 40,071 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Oct 2007 10,807 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 18,061 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 10,650 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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Y527 BCG is a 2001 Honda XL750 in Blue with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 2001 Honda XL750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 22,837 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 Y527 BCG, 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 25 years old, this Honda XL750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y527 BCG registered?

Y527 BCG is a 2001 Honda XL750, first registered on 2 June 2001.

Is Y527 BCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y527 BCG shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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