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R689 LEL

1997 Honda SLR650

Red Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

17,368 mi
Last recorded17,368 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda SLR65019,930 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR689 LEL
MakeHonda
ModelSLR650
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2023 17,368 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2021 17,336 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 17,261 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 16,932 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2015 16,932 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2014 16,575 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 16,110 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 14,753 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 13,018 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 11,217 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 9,661 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 8,202 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 6,603 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2005 6,417 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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R689 LEL is a 1997 Honda SLR650 in Red with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R689 LEL, 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 R689 LEL registered?

R689 LEL is a 1997 Honda SLR650, first registered on 29 October 1997.

Is R689 LEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R689 LEL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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