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E25 RNV

1998 Honda Bros

Black Petrol 396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

48,685 mi
Last recorded48,685 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda Bros44,629 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE25 RNV
MakeHonda
ModelBros
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine396cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 48,685 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2025 48,577 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 48,347 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2024 48,347 miles

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2023 48,123 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 48,105 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 47,837 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 47,514 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 47,273 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 46,282 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 45,768 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 45,405 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 45,368 miles

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

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Pass 14 May 2011 41,367 miles
Pass 18 May 2008 41,120 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 40,122 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 38,108 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Honda Bros?

Based on 4,211 MOT tests across 468 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
1,021
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
468
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 79
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 75
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 41
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E25 RNV is a 1998 Honda Bros in Black with a 396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1998 Honda Bros models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 44,629 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Bros fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 79 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E25 RNV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Bros typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Bros is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E25 RNV registered?

E25 RNV is a 1998 Honda Bros, first registered on 13 August 1998.

Is E25 RNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E25 RNV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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