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E318 FNU

1988 Honda CBR400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

57,844 mi
Last recorded57,844 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Honda CBR40033,262 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE318 FNU
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1988
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 57,844 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Apr 2026 57,735 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 28,074 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2017 56,740 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Apr 2017 56,740 miles

Central Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Central Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Central Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 54,400 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 6 Dec 2014 54,384 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 May 2013 53,548 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 18 May 2013 53,548 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Jul 2012 52,820 miles

rear brake slightly binding

Pass 13 Jul 2011 50,290 miles

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

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 11 Jul 2011 50,290 miles

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

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 48,583 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 45,160 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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E318 FNU is a 1988 Honda CBR400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E318 FNU, 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 E318 FNU registered?

E318 FNU is a 1988 Honda CBR400, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E318 FNU safe to buy?

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