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P830 BCT

1997 Honda SLR650

Red Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,522 mi
Last recorded25,522 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda SLR65019,930 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP830 BCT
MakeHonda
ModelSLR650
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 25,522 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 24,889 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Feb 2025 24,889 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 23,922 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 3 Feb 2024 23,891 miles

Front Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock Handlebars hitting fuel tank on right hand lock (2.1.4 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Lower Brake hose connection leaking Front brake hose has minor leak of brake fluid at banjo connection to caliper (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Front tyre has age related cracks however no ply or cord exposed

Gear pedal has free play on shaft indicating a worn pedal or splines.

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 22,471 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 22,197 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 May 2020 21,299 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 21,250 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 19,852 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 19,852 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Rear spring worn and seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 29 Jun 2006 19,794 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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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P830 BCT is a 1997 Honda SLR650 in Red with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P830 BCT, 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 P830 BCT registered?

P830 BCT is a 1997 Honda SLR650, first registered on 7 July 1997.

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