CarVerify

Free Car Check

E552 NOU

1988 Honda CBR400

Black Petrol 400cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

62,234 mi
Last recorded62,234 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2016
Typical for 1988 Honda CBR40033,262 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationE552 NOU
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2016 62,234 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 57,586 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2014 57,570 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 47,836 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2011 45,764 miles

front and rear tyres just legal

Fail 9 Jun 2011 45,508 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

front and rear tyres just legal

Fail 9 Jun 2010 36,486 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

r/h front side lamp out.

Pass 9 Jun 2010 36,486 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

r/h front side lamp out.

Pass 5 Dec 2008 36,468 miles

one front position lamp out, front brakes bind slightly. chain a bit tight,has some seized links

Fail 4 Dec 2008 36,486 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

one front position lamp out, front brakes bind slightly. chain a bit tight,has some seized links

Pass 24 Apr 2007 35,727 miles

chain has some seized links. †one side lamp not working †throttle cables rub fairing slightly

Fail 18 Apr 2007 35,727 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

r/h dip beam not working.throttle cables rub on fairing.

Pass 28 May 2005 25,359 miles
Fail 28 May 2005 25,352 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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
Full Honda CBR400 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

E552 NOU is a 1988 Honda CBR400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 E552 NOU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E552 NOU?

You can check the full history of E552 NOU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was E552 NOU registered?

E552 NOU is a 1988 Honda CBR400, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E552 NOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E552 NOU shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E552 NOU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on E552 NOU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.