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P39 NLU

1997 Honda SLR650

White Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

41,910 mi
Last recorded41,910 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda SLR65019,930 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP39 NLU
MakeHonda
ModelSLR650
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc
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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 41,910 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2025 41,841 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 41,819 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Feb 2023 41,716 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 41,518 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2022 41,516 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2021 41,409 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside clutch cable frayed at engine end

Pass 21 Jan 2020 41,332 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2020 41,332 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 40,420 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 38,175 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 37,507 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 37,308 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 36,126 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 36,112 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 34,779 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 33,117 miles

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

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 Mar 2010 31,417 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2009 29,787 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 28,105 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 24,364 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 20,041 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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P39 NLU is a 1997 Honda SLR650 in White with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P39 NLU, 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 P39 NLU registered?

P39 NLU is a 1997 Honda SLR650, first registered on 24 March 1997.

Is P39 NLU safe to buy?

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