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C742 CTP

1986 Honda CB450

Red Petrol 447cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

30,971 mi
Last recorded30,971 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2014
Typical for 1986 Honda CB45029,265 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC742 CTP
MakeHonda
ModelCB450
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine447cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2014 30,971 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 30,778 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 30,489 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2011 30,274 miles

front tyre perished and worn unevenly

Fail 11 Feb 2011 30,274 miles

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))

front tyre perished and worn unevenly

Pass 19 Mar 2010 29,882 miles

Rear tyre has cracks in sidewall

Pass 12 Mar 2009 29,141 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2006 28,634 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

slight corrosion to front mudgaurd

Pass 8 Jun 2006 28,634 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

slight corrosion to front mudgaurd

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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C742 CTP is a 1986 Honda CB450 in Red with a 447cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1986 Honda CB450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 29,265 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 C742 CTP, 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 40 years old, this Honda CB450 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C742 CTP registered?

C742 CTP is a 1986 Honda CB450, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C742 CTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C742 CTP shows 9 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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