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S159 RAV

1998 Honda SLR650

Red Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

39,253 mi
Last recorded39,253 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda SLR65019,738 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS159 RAV
MakeHonda
ModelSLR650
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 39,253 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 39,203 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 39,135 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 38,982 miles

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 37,717 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 37,590 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 37,576 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 19 Oct 2017 37,576 miles

Nearside Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride rear footrest locking device missing (6.2.1h)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 37,323 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 37,225 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 36,478 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 35,754 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 31,678 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 30,135 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 28,215 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 25,189 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 24,569 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 14,327 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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S159 RAV is a 1998 Honda SLR650 in Red with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 S159 RAV, 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 S159 RAV registered?

S159 RAV is a 1998 Honda SLR650, first registered on 4 September 1998.

Is S159 RAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S159 RAV shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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