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P389 XCD

1997 Honda SLR650

Red Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2025
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

34,747 mi
Last recorded34,747 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda SLR65019,930 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP389 XCD
MakeHonda
ModelSLR650
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2024 34,747 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 32,966 miles

Chain oil dry

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 6 Oct 2023 32,966 miles

Chain oil dry

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 31,738 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 30,353 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2018 28,122 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Foreign body in tyre

Pass 20 Oct 2017 26,107 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Fail 20 Oct 2017 26,107 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 23,154 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 18 Aug 2016 23,154 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 23,119 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 23,119 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 22,947 miles

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

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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P389 XCD is a 1997 Honda SLR650 in Red with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P389 XCD, 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 P389 XCD registered?

P389 XCD is a 1997 Honda SLR650, first registered on 21 March 1997.

Is P389 XCD safe to buy?

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