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E318 NOW

1998 Honda Bros

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,115 mi
Last recorded65,115 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2017
Typical for 1998 Honda Bros44,629 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE318 NOW
MakeHonda
ModelBros
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2017 65,115 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Firm pressing of foot pedal needed to activate stop light

Front brake fluid optic misted over making level difficult to gauge

Slight oil leak to engine

Pass 12 Dec 2016 59,799 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front brake fluid level optic misted over making level difficult to pin point

Pass 18 Dec 2015 40,061 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 May 2013 43,083 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 42,551 miles

Rear spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 25 Feb 2012 42,551 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2011 25,748 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

surface corrosion to nearside front fork leg

Pass 8 Aug 2009 25,748 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 25,708 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2008 25,708 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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E318 NOW is a 1998 Honda Bros in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E318 NOW, 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.

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What year was E318 NOW registered?

E318 NOW is a 1998 Honda Bros, first registered on 16 November 1998.

Is E318 NOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E318 NOW shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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