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F548 UDX

1989 Honda CB450

Blue Petrol 447cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

32,681 mi
Last recorded32,681 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 1989 Honda CB45030,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF548 UDX
MakeHonda
ModelCB450
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine447cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 32,681 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 32,600 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear rear brake switch require adjustment

Pass 13 May 2023 32,474 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 25 May 2022 32,456 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 31,888 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 31,351 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 29,348 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 29,021 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 29,012 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 28,925 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 28,900 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 28,840 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 28,821 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 May 2009 28,780 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 28,780 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 20 May 2008 28,733 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 28,716 miles

Nearside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 3 May 2006 28,615 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 28,615 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Nearside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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F548 UDX is a 1989 Honda CB450 in Blue with a 447cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1989 Honda CB450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 30,721 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 F548 UDX, 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 37 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 F548 UDX registered?

F548 UDX is a 1989 Honda CB450, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F548 UDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F548 UDX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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