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E263 JJN

1988 Honda CBR400RR

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

40,923 mi
Last recorded40,923 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Honda CBR400RR38,940 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE263 JJN
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400RR
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 40,923 miles
Fail 6 May 2026 40,923 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Fail 11 Mar 2026 40,922 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Sep 2024 39,996 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 39,630 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2023 39,957 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Pass 1 Aug 2022 38,841 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2022 38,830 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Fail 6 Mar 2009 37,719 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 37,719 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 36,285 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 30,725 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2006 30,725 miles

Front Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Honda CBR400RR?

Based on 4,149 MOT tests across 528 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
605
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
528
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 63
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 59
reflector on motorcycle missing 47
Footrest missing 37
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E263 JJN is a 1988 Honda CBR400RR in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 1988 Honda CBR400RR models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 38,940 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 CBR400RR fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E263 JJN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR400RR typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Honda CBR400RR is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E263 JJN registered?

E263 JJN is a 1988 Honda CBR400RR, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E263 JJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for E263 JJN shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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