CarVerify

Free Car Check

P240 KES

1997 Honda SLR650

Red Petrol 644cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

42,151 mi
Last recorded42,151 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda SLR65019,930 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP240 KES
MakeHonda
ModelSLR650
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2024 42,151 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 42,145 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2019 41,958 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Jul 2019 41,951 miles

Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 41,828 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 41,346 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 39,417 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2009 38,064 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 34,549 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 29,611 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 20,787 miles

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
Full Honda SLR650 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P240 KES is a 1997 Honda SLR650 in Red with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P240 KES, 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

How do I check the history of P240 KES?

You can check the full history of P240 KES by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P240 KES registered?

P240 KES is a 1997 Honda SLR650, first registered on 23 May 1997.

Is P240 KES safe to buy?

The MOT history for P240 KES shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P240 KES have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P240 KES. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.