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E548 JAR

1988 Honda Bros

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

1,531 mi
Last recorded1,531 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 1988 Honda Bros41,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE548 JAR
MakeHonda
ModelBros
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 1,531 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2023

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 145 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 174 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2020 174 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 May 2018 436 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 May 2017 2,735 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 13 May 2017 2,732 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 700 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

no high beam warning light

Fail 3 Jan 2013 682 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

no high beam warning light

Pass 5 Dec 2011 1,566 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 3 Dec 2011 1,566 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 8 Sep 2010 40,655 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 8 Sep 2010 40,654 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 31,333 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Nov 2006 30,753 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 23 Sep 2006 30,742 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 23 Jul 2005 28,601 miles

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(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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E548 JAR is a 1988 Honda Bros in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 E548 JAR, 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.

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What year was E548 JAR registered?

E548 JAR is a 1988 Honda Bros, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is E548 JAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E548 JAR shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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