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E274 NOW

1988 Honda CBR400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

13,613 mi
Last recorded13,613 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Honda CBR40033,262 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE274 NOW
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1988
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 13,613 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 13,578 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 13,509 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 13,424 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 13,288 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 12,928 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 12,685 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 12,352 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 12,224 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 12,111 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 11,893 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 11,796 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 11,680 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 11,662 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 24 Jun 2011 11,549 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 11,549 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 11,178 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 10,588 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2008 10,209 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR400?

Based on 8,007 MOT tests across 1,110 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
570
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 154
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 143
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 135
reflector on motorcycle missing 129
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 113
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E274 NOW is a 1988 Honda CBR400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1988 Honda CBR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 33,262 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CBR400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 154 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E274 NOW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Honda CBR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E274 NOW registered?

E274 NOW is a 1988 Honda CBR400, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E274 NOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E274 NOW shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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