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P858 NJN

1997 Honda SLR650

Black Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

38,722 mi
Last recorded38,722 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda SLR65019,930 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP858 NJN
MakeHonda
ModelSLR650
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 38,722 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025 37,835 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2025 37,852 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 36,662 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2023 35,291 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 34,571 miles

oil leak

Fail 4 Mar 2022 34,560 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

oil leak

Pass 5 Mar 2021 33,956 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 32,810 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 31,543 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 31,020 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 30,509 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 29,760 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 29,071 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 28,136 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 27,581 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 27,059 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2010 25,954 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 25,859 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 19,478 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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P858 NJN is a 1997 Honda SLR650 in Black with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P858 NJN, 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 P858 NJN registered?

P858 NJN is a 1997 Honda SLR650, first registered on 4 February 1997.

Is P858 NJN safe to buy?

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