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P821 RYU

1997 Honda SLR650

Blue Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2022
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

1,565 mi
Last recorded1,565 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda SLR65019,930 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP821 RYU
MakeHonda
ModelSLR650
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2021 1,565 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2021 1,565 miles

Registration plate incorrect incorrect colour (0.1 (c))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 1,434 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 5 Apr 2019 1,434 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2017 783 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 1 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 50,686 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 50,686 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 13 May 2014 50,546 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 50,546 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2012 50,296 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 50,300 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 50,294 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 46,090 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2009 41,656 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 24 Jul 2009 41,656 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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P821 RYU is a 1997 Honda SLR650 in Blue with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 P821 RYU, 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

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What year was P821 RYU registered?

P821 RYU is a 1997 Honda SLR650, first registered on 12 February 1997.

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