1987 Honda Ns400r MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Ns400r models manufactured in 1987, based on 144 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1987 Honda Ns400r MOT Analysis
The 1987 Honda Ns400r has an MOT pass rate of 84.0% based on 144 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 22,495 miles on the odometer. With a 16.0% failure rate, the 1987 Ns400r is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1987 Honda Ns400r is Motorcycle steering, responsible for 1.4% of failures. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs range from £150–600. Motorcycle tyres is the second most common issue at 0.7%.
Top failures specific to 1987 models only. The overall Ns400r page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Steering | 1.4% | 2 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Tyres | 0.7% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 22,495 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle steering | 0.62 | 1.4% | 2 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.31 | 0.7% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1987 Honda Ns400r has an MOT pass rate of 84.0% based on 144 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 22,495 miles on the odometer. With a 16.0% failure rate, the 1987 Ns400r is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1987 Honda Ns400r, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle steering: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels. With relatively low average mileage of 22,495 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle steering — 1.4% of failures
Motorcycle steering issues account for 1.4% of MOT failures on 1987 Honda Ns400r models. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.
Motorcycle tyres — 0.7% of failures
Motorcycle tyres issues account for 0.7% of MOT failures on 1987 Honda Ns400r models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.