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S78 KNK

1998 Honda SLR650

Red Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,281 mi
Last recorded24,281 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda SLR65019,738 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS78 KNK
MakeHonda
ModelSLR650
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc
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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 24,281 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 23,718 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 23,708 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 23,540 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 23,288 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 22,904 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2020 22,904 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 22,553 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 22,278 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 22,068 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 20,063 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 19,399 miles

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 19,399 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2014 18,343 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 18,343 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 16,863 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 16,840 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 16,840 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 14,612 miles

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

Fail 25 Sep 2008 14,134 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 14,134 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 12,483 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2006 12,372 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2006 12,372 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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S78 KNK is a 1998 Honda SLR650 in Red with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S78 KNK, 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 S78 KNK registered?

S78 KNK is a 1998 Honda SLR650, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S78 KNK safe to buy?

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