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R196 BUX

1998 Honda SLR650

Red Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

23,644 mi
Last recorded23,644 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda SLR65019,738 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR196 BUX
MakeHonda
ModelSLR650
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2024 23,644 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 23,628 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 21,142 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 20,637 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 18,516 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 1,300 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015
Pass 11 Mar 2013 15,676 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011
Fail 22 Nov 2011

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Oct 2010 16,853 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 15,589 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 15,578 miles

Front Brake lever attachment screws missing (3.1.2b)

Rear Wheel spoke missing (4.2.1b)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 13,538 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2008 13,538 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2007 10,061 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 9,882 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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R196 BUX is a 1998 Honda SLR650 in Red with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1998 Honda SLR650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 19,738 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 R196 BUX, 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 28 years old, this Honda SLR650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R196 BUX registered?

R196 BUX is a 1998 Honda SLR650, first registered on 5 June 1998.

Is R196 BUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R196 BUX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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