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R748 ABU

1998 Honda SLR650

Red Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

9,831 mi
Last recorded9,831 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda SLR65019,738 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR748 ABU
MakeHonda
ModelSLR650
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 9,831 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2024 9,290 miles

Central Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 6,790 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2018 6,755 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 6,011 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

front mudguard missing

Fail 8 Jun 2015 6,011 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

front mudguard missing

Pass 16 Jan 2006 4,192 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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R748 ABU is a 1998 Honda SLR650 in Red with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 R748 ABU, 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 R748 ABU registered?

R748 ABU is a 1998 Honda SLR650, first registered on 1 January 1998.

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The MOT history for R748 ABU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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