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E172 SWR

1988 Honda NS400R

Blue Petrol 387cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,462 mi
Last recorded29,462 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 Honda NS400R20,913 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE172 SWR
MakeHonda
ModelNS400R
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine387cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 29,462 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 28,493 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2025 28,484 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Apr 2024 27,580 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 27,048 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 25,883 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 25,037 miles

How Reliable is the Honda NS400R?

Based on 1,608 MOT tests across 311 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
116
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
311
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
reflector on motorcycle missing 10
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 7
Horn not working 6
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E172 SWR is a 1988 Honda NS400R in Blue with a 387cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1988 Honda NS400R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 20,913 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 NS400R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E172 SWR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda NS400R typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 38 years old, this Honda NS400R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E172 SWR?

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What year was E172 SWR registered?

E172 SWR is a 1988 Honda NS400R, first registered on 5 January 1988.

Is E172 SWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E172 SWR shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E172 SWR have outstanding finance?

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