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E899 NFD

1987 Honda NS400R

Blue Petrol 387cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

15,417 mi
Last recorded15,417 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 1987 Honda NS400R23,739 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE899 NFD
MakeHonda
ModelNS400R
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine387cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 15,417 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2025 15,417 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 15,252 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 14,707 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 14,289 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 14,034 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 14,029 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 14,023 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 14,019 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

The radiator top mounting bracket bolt is loose/// nut missing

Fail 25 Jul 2015 14,015 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

The radiator top mounting bracket bolt is loose/// nut missing

Pass 26 Mar 2014 13,846 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Fail 26 Mar 2014 13,846 miles

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

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

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

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 17 Mar 2007 13,446 miles

Floor test indicates slightly binding front brake.

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Throttle control slow to return on full lock.

Pass 17 Mar 2007 13,446 miles

Floor test indicates slightly binding front brake.

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Throttle control slow to return on full lock.

Pass 13 Apr 2006 13,281 miles

How Reliable is the Honda NS400R?

Based on 1,608 MOT tests across 311 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
116
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
311
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
reflector on motorcycle missing 10
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 7
Horn not working 6
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E899 NFD is a 1987 Honda NS400R in Blue with a 387cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1987 Honda NS400R models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 23,739 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 NS400R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E899 NFD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda NS400R typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 39 years old, this Honda NS400R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E899 NFD registered?

E899 NFD is a 1987 Honda NS400R, first registered on 1 August 1987.

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