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Husaberg Fe 450 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Husaberg Fe 450 reliable? We analysed 744 real MOT tests across 131 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 744 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
82.5%
Typical Mileage
2,780mi
Annual Mileage
194mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
22yrs

The Husaberg Fe 450 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include reflector on motorcycle missing, horn not working and registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Husaberg Fe 450.

Husaberg Fe 450 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Husaberg Fe 450. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Husaberg Fe 450 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Husaberg Fe 450 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

81%
2008
79.5%
2007
79.5%
2006
85.1%
2005
83.2%
2004

Husaberg Fe 450 Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Husaberg Fe 450 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

reflector on motorcycle missing 16
Horn not working 10
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 9
Tyre is unsuitable 7
wheel bearings have excessive free play 6
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 6
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
Direction indicators not working 5

Husaberg Fe 450 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Husaberg Fe 450 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
57 mi/yr
Typical
194 mi/yr
Average
452 mi/yr
Heavy usage
503 mi/yr

Husaberg Fe 450 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Husaberg Fe 450 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2008 79 81.0% 1,087 2,174 3,570
2007 73 79.5% 2,867 4,167 6,067
2006 132 79.5% 1,516 2,494 3,526
2005 134 85.1% 2,024 2,859 4,084
2004 244 83.2% 2,178 2,926 4,618

How Long Does a Husaberg Fe 450 Last?

Based on 131 Husaberg Fe 450 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
10.8 years
Median
10.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
22 years

Husaberg Fe 450 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Husaberg Fe 450 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
2,780 mi
75th Percentile
4,354 mi
95th Percentile
6,986 mi
Max Recorded
21,158 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Husaberg Fe 450

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2005

85.1% MOT pass rate from 134 tests

Year to avoid
2006

79.5% MOT pass rate from 132 tests

The best year to buy a used Husaberg Fe 450 is 2005, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.1% across 134 tests. The 2006 model year has the lowest pass rate at 79.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Husaberg Fe 450 Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Husaberg Fe 450 THIS CAR 82.5% 744 2,780 mi 22 yrs
Husaberg FE450E 81% 817 3,130 mi 23 yrs
Husaberg Fe 82.9% 561 2,632 mi 13 yrs
Ford Kuga Titan Frst ED Eblue 4X4 A 88.9% 832 26,938 mi — yrs
Honda Varadero 81.9% 1,087 17,683 mi 25 yrs

Compared to the Husaberg FE450E (81.0% pass rate) and the Husaberg Fe (82.9% pass rate), the Husaberg Fe 450 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Husaberg Fe 450?

The Husaberg Fe 450 has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.5% across 744 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common problems on the Husaberg Fe 450 are reflector on motorcycle missing (16 recorded failures), horn not working (10), and registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (9). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

A typical Husaberg Fe 450 owner drives around 194 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Husaberg Fe 450 models stay on UK roads for around 22 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Husaberg Fe 450 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Husaberg Fe 450 reliable?
Based on 744 MOT tests, the Husaberg Fe 450 has a 82.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Husaberg Fe 450?
The most common MOT failures are reflector on motorcycle missing, horn not working, and registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Husaberg Fe 450 do per year?
The typical Husaberg Fe 450 does around 194 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Husaberg Fe 450 last?
Most Husaberg Fe 450 models stay on UK roads for around 22 years based on our analysis of 131 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Husaberg Fe 450?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Husaberg Fe 450?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Husaberg Fe 450 is 2005 with a 85.1% pass rate across 134 tests.