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E893 NOU

1988 Honda VFR400

Multi-colour Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

14,623 mi
Last recorded14,623 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 Honda VFR40028,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE893 NOU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1988
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 14,623 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 14,523 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 14,442 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2022 14,279 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2021 14,172 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 13,936 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 13,835 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 12,638 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 12,454 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 11,735 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 11,080 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 11,063 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2005 10,952 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2005 10,922 miles

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

An item not tested (Manual) DANGEROUS

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Honda VFR400?

Based on 7,150 MOT tests across 1,069 vehicles.

76.6%
Pass Rate
594
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
1,069
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 176
reflector on motorcycle missing 157
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 152
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 149
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 143
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E893 NOU is a 1988 Honda VFR400 in Multi-colour with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1988 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 28,516 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E893 NOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 38 years old, this Honda VFR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E893 NOU registered?

E893 NOU is a 1988 Honda VFR400, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is E893 NOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E893 NOU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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