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Husaberg FE450E Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Husaberg FE450E reliable? We analysed 817 real MOT tests across 111 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 817 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
81.0%
Typical Mileage
3,130mi
Annual Mileage
253mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
23yrs

The Husaberg FE450E is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include reflector on motorcycle missing, wheel bearings have excessive free play and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Husaberg FE450E.

Husaberg FE450E Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Husaberg FE450E. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Husaberg FE450E MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Husaberg FE450E to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

77.1%
2010
81.9%
2009
81.9%
2008
78.5%
2005
79.6%
2004
84%
2003

Husaberg FE450E Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Husaberg FE450E fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

reflector on motorcycle missing 14
wheel bearings have excessive free play 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
wheel bearings have excessive free play 10
Tyre is unsuitable 10
wheel bearings are excessively rough 7
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 6
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 5

Husaberg FE450E Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Husaberg FE450E owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
69 mi/yr
Typical
253 mi/yr
Average
539 mi/yr
Heavy usage
534 mi/yr

Husaberg FE450E MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Husaberg FE450E year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2010 96 77.1% 2,282 3,458 4,518
2009 144 81.9% 1,620 2,872 4,428
2008 105 81.9% 2,245 4,017 7,254
2005 79 78.5% 1,734 2,108 3,256
2004 137 79.6% 1,224 2,608 5,799
2003 94 84.0% 2,205 4,177 6,134

How Long Does a Husaberg FE450E Last?

Based on 111 Husaberg FE450E vehicles on UK roads.

Average
11.6 years
Median
12.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
23 years

Husaberg FE450E Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Husaberg FE450E MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
3,130 mi
75th Percentile
5,263 mi
95th Percentile
8,957 mi
Max Recorded
39,522 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Husaberg FE450E

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

Best year
2003

84.0% MOT pass rate from 94 tests

Year to avoid
2010

77.1% MOT pass rate from 96 tests

The best year to buy a used Husaberg FE450E is 2003, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.0% across 94 tests. The 2010 model year has the lowest pass rate at 77.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Husaberg FE450E Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Husaberg FE450E THIS CAR 81.0% 817 3,130 mi 23 yrs
Husaberg Fe 450 82.5% 744 2,780 mi 22 yrs
Husaberg Fe 82.9% 561 2,632 mi 13 yrs
Nissan X-trail N-tec DCI 86.6% 471 74,034 mi — yrs
Vauxhall Corsa Elite Nav Turbo D 86.9% 758 38,539 mi — yrs

Compared to the Husaberg Fe 450 (82.5% pass rate) and the Husaberg Fe (82.9% pass rate), the Husaberg FE450E trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Husaberg FE450E?

The Husaberg FE450E has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.0% across 817 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 FE450E are reflector on motorcycle missing (14 recorded failures), wheel bearings have excessive free play (11), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (10). 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 FE450E owner drives around 253 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 FE450E models stay on UK roads for around 23 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 FE450E — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Husaberg FE450E reliable?
Based on 817 MOT tests, the Husaberg FE450E has a 81.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Husaberg FE450E?
The most common MOT failures are reflector on motorcycle missing, wheel bearings have excessive free play, and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Husaberg FE450E do per year?
The typical Husaberg FE450E does around 253 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Husaberg FE450E last?
Most Husaberg FE450E models stay on UK roads for around 23 years based on our analysis of 111 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Husaberg FE450E?
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 FE450E?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Husaberg FE450E is 2003 with a 84.0% pass rate across 94 tests.