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E249 KNO

1987 Honda VF1000R

Multi-colour Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

4,497 mi
Last recorded4,497 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 1987 Honda VF1000R18,319 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE249 KNO
MakeHonda
ModelVF1000R
Year1987
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 4,497 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 4,497 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 4,415 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2015 4,236 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2015 4,236 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 4,236 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VF1000R?

Based on 1,008 MOT tests across 216 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
191
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 19
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 5
Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease 5
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E249 KNO is a 1987 Honda VF1000R in Multi-colour with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1987 Honda VF1000R models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.5% with a typical mileage of 18,319 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 VF1000R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E249 KNO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF1000R typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 39 years old, this Honda VF1000R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of E249 KNO?

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What year was E249 KNO registered?

E249 KNO is a 1987 Honda VF1000R, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is E249 KNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E249 KNO shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E249 KNO have outstanding finance?

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