CarVerify

Free Car Check

S966 BEU

1998 Honda SLR650

Green Petrol 644cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

32,014 mi
Last recorded32,014 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda SLR65019,738 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationS966 BEU
MakeHonda
ModelSLR650
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 32,014 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 29,039 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 27,149 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2024 27,149 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 5 May 2023 25,219 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 24,184 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 23,149 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slightly notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 23,075 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 22,195 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 22,057 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 13 Jun 2017 22,057 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released front brake (1.3.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 21,903 miles

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

Rear swing arm is slightly corroded

Pass 29 Oct 2012 20,668 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 19,382 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 18,327 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 17,281 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 16,786 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 16,758 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
Full Honda SLR650 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

S966 BEU is a 1998 Honda SLR650 in Green with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 S966 BEU, 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

How do I check the history of S966 BEU?

You can check the full history of S966 BEU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was S966 BEU registered?

S966 BEU is a 1998 Honda SLR650, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S966 BEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S966 BEU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S966 BEU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on S966 BEU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.