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E659 BKM

1988 Honda Bros

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

53,874 mi
Last recorded53,874 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 Honda Bros41,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE659 BKM
MakeHonda
ModelBros
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 53,874 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 48,642 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2015 48,614 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 46,054 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 43,428 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 40,238 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 40,214 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2008 38,678 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2008 38,645 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2007 35,986 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 25 Sep 2007 35,986 miles

Brake component has an inadequate repair (3.1.5)

Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 8 Sep 2007 35,984 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2006 33,886 miles

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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E659 BKM is a 1988 Honda Bros in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 E659 BKM, 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 E659 BKM registered?

E659 BKM is a 1988 Honda Bros, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is E659 BKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E659 BKM shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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