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C985 NHJ

1986 Honda CB450

Red Petrol 447cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

40,743 mi
Last recorded40,743 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 1986 Honda CB45029,265 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC985 NHJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB450
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine447cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 40,743 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 39,587 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2024 39,429 miles

Nearside Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2023 38,501 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 36,907 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2022 36,903 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jun 2018 36,885 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 36,071 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 36,071 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2016 31,617 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit cracking in tread (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 May 2015 34,547 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 33,633 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 29,265 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 29,265 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 28,698 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 28,698 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 28,608 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 May 2006 27,807 miles

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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C985 NHJ is a 1986 Honda CB450 in Red with a 447cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 C985 NHJ, 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 C985 NHJ registered?

C985 NHJ is a 1986 Honda CB450, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C985 NHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C985 NHJ shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C985 NHJ have outstanding finance?

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