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S870 VAG

1998 Honda XL750

White Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2025
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,039 mi
Last recorded29,039 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda XL75030,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS870 VAG
MakeHonda
ModelXL750
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc
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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 15 Aug 2024 29,039 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 29,036 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 28,648 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 28,623 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2013 28,141 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2012 21,176 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 19,744 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 15,727 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 2,782 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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S870 VAG is a 1998 Honda XL750 in White with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Honda XL750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 30,289 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 S870 VAG, 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 28 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 S870 VAG registered?

S870 VAG is a 1998 Honda XL750, first registered on 23 October 1998.

Is S870 VAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S870 VAG shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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