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E383 JKS

1988 Honda Bros

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

52,375 mi
Last recorded52,375 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2024
Typical for 1988 Honda Bros41,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE383 JKS
MakeHonda
ModelBros
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2024 52,375 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2023 51,305 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 51,227 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 51,098 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 51,066 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 50,904 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 50,789 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 49,584 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 48,437 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2011 47,673 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 47,673 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 46,518 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2010 46,518 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 46,051 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 46,051 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2008 43,698 miles

NEARSIDE HANDLE BAR HAS SLIGHT BEND

Pass 10 May 2007 40,812 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 5 May 2006 37,526 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 37,526 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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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E383 JKS is a 1988 Honda Bros in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1988 Honda Bros models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 41,416 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 E383 JKS, 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 38 years old, this Honda Bros is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E383 JKS registered?

E383 JKS is a 1988 Honda Bros, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E383 JKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for E383 JKS shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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