MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
41,751 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)
Front Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)
Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
How Reliable is the Honda SLR650?
Based on 6,464 MOT tests across 629 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P553 PVU is a 1997 Honda SLR650 in Black 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 P553 PVU, 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 P553 PVU registered?
P553 PVU is a 1997 Honda SLR650, first registered on 31 December 1997.
Is P553 PVU safe to buy?
The MOT history for P553 PVU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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