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P761 HFL

1997 Honda SLR650

Black Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

2,005 mi
Last recorded2,005 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda SLR65019,930 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP761 HFL
MakeHonda
ModelSLR650
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2025 2,005 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 21 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 4 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front mudguard missing.

Pass 30 Mar 2017 59,928 miles

Clutch lever bent pivot worn (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 30 Mar 2017 59,928 miles

Clutch lever bent pivot worn (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 58,229 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 56,307 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 56,307 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 17 Aug 2013 56,302 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Lower Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 51,545 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2012 51,536 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 45,897 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 41,431 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 36,094 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 30,861 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 26,331 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 20,845 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 27 Aug 2005 16,999 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
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P761 HFL is a 1997 Honda SLR650 in Black with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P761 HFL, 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 P761 HFL registered?

P761 HFL is a 1997 Honda SLR650, first registered on 10 January 1997.

Is P761 HFL safe to buy?

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