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P278 PHK

1997 Honda SLR650

Black Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2024
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,124 mi
Last recorded17,124 miles
Recorded on10 May 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda SLR65019,930 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP278 PHK
MakeHonda
ModelSLR650
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2023 17,124 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 16,890 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 16,291 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 15,376 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 14,361 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 14,361 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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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P278 PHK is a 1997 Honda SLR650 in Black with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P278 PHK, 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.

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What year was P278 PHK registered?

P278 PHK is a 1997 Honda SLR650, first registered on 20 March 1997.

Is P278 PHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P278 PHK shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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