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R443 HGC

1997 Honda SLR650

Black Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

26,766 mi
Last recorded26,766 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda SLR65019,930 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR443 HGC
MakeHonda
ModelSLR650
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 31 Jul 2026 26,766 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre perished

Pass 17 Jun 2023 26,750 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Rear tyre cracking on sidewall

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 26,735 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 26,727 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 25,705 miles

Accelerator and light controls rotate on bars

Fail 19 Jun 2017 25,705 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Accelerator and light controls rotate on bars

Pass 3 Jun 2016 25,419 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 25,288 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

rear brake pedal has little reserve travel

rear brake slightly spongy

Pass 7 May 2015 25,288 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

rear brake pedal has little reserve travel

rear brake slightly spongy

Pass 29 May 2014 22,960 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 22,793 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 22,669 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 12 Mar 2012 22,669 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 22,298 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 21,682 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 21,510 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 21,123 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 20,381 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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R443 HGC 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 R443 HGC, 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 R443 HGC registered?

R443 HGC is a 1997 Honda SLR650, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R443 HGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R443 HGC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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