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K291 XRE

1992 Honda XL750

White Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,563 mi
Last recorded53,563 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2018
Typical for 1992 Honda XL75042,843 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK291 XRE
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2018 53,563 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Rear brake disc slightly corroded

Pass 7 Oct 2017 52,906 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 10 May 2016 50,921 miles

Chain guard bracket slightly loose on mounting to swinging arm.

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

Pass 6 May 2015 47,126 miles

Exhaust had temporary repair.

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

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

Pass 13 May 2014 44,985 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2013 44,985 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel corroded significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Front sprocket slightly rubbing inside front sprocket cover - when wheel turned backwards.

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 43,700 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 43,685 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 37,369 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

Fail 16 Apr 2007 37,361 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Unable to test front wheel bearing properly as brake binding on.

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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K291 XRE is a 1992 Honda XL750 in White with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1992 Honda XL750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 42,843 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 K291 XRE, 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 34 years old, this Honda XL750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K291 XRE registered?

K291 XRE is a 1992 Honda XL750, first registered on 16 November 1992.

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