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E889 KDP

1988 Honda CBR400

White Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

68,887 mi
Last recorded68,887 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Honda CBR40033,262 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE889 KDP
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 68,887 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 23 May 2026 68,887 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 68,575 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 68,554 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 68,509 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 68,313 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 68,307 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2007 67,771 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 67,732 miles

Upper Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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E889 KDP is a 1988 Honda CBR400 in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 E889 KDP, 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

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What year was E889 KDP registered?

E889 KDP is a 1988 Honda CBR400, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E889 KDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E889 KDP shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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