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P168 ETT

1997 Honda SLR650

Red Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

34,132 mi
Last recorded34,132 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda SLR65019,930 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP168 ETT
MakeHonda
ModelSLR650
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2025 34,132 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 33,532 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 33,136 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 32,474 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

chainguard loose; rear brake weak

Pass 4 Oct 2018 31,744 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 30,679 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play Lower shock bush (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Oct 2016 29,803 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 28,651 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2014 27,443 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2013 26,012 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

gear lever loose, welding broken

Pass 21 Sep 2012 24,935 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Sep 2012 24,934 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2011 24,063 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 22,571 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2009 21,282 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 19,499 miles

rear shock topping out

Pass 12 Oct 2007 17,390 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2007 17,336 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2006 15,027 miles

front tyre soft

Pass 12 Oct 2005 12,823 miles

front brake master cylinder protective boot missing

How Reliable is the Honda SLR650?

Based on 6,464 MOT tests across 629 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
541
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
629
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 84
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 69
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 60
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 43
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 30
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P168 ETT is a 1997 Honda SLR650 in Red with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1997 Honda SLR650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 19,930 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda SLR650 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P168 ETT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SLR650 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Honda SLR650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P168 ETT registered?

P168 ETT is a 1997 Honda SLR650, first registered on 17 June 1997.

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