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S538 SJN

1998 Honda SLR650

Yellow Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

24,620 mi
Last recorded24,620 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 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

RegistrationS538 SJN
MakeHonda
ModelSLR650
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2024 24,620 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 24,439 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 7 Feb 2014 24,437 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 24,164 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 24,161 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 23,922 miles

Front Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 23,635 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 23,241 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 23,099 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 22,715 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 22,715 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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S538 SJN is a 1998 Honda SLR650 in Yellow with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 S538 SJN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S538 SJN registered?

S538 SJN is a 1998 Honda SLR650, first registered on 20 August 1998.

Is S538 SJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S538 SJN shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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