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B659 YTC

1997 Honda CB450

Blue Petrol 450cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

19,370 mi
Last recorded19,370 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda CB45017,435 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB659 YTC
MakeHonda
ModelCB450
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine450cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2024 19,370 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 19,303 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 19,108 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 19,105 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 18,907 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 18,188 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 17,977 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 17,977 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 17,543 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 17,435 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 17,435 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6)

Pass 25 May 2012 17,295 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 17,295 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 May 2011 17,210 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 16,908 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 16,579 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 16,579 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2006 15,829 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Honda CB450?

Based on 4,580 MOT tests across 778 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
778
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 131
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 56
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 54
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 30
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B659 YTC is a 1997 Honda CB450 in Blue with a 450cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Honda CB450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 17,435 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 CB450 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 131 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B659 YTC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB450 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 29 years old, this Honda CB450 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B659 YTC registered?

B659 YTC is a 1997 Honda CB450, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is B659 YTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B659 YTC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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