CarVerify

Free Car Check

G838 RDV

1989 Honda CB450

Bronze Petrol 447cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1989 Honda CB45030,721 mi
4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationG838 RDV
MakeHonda
ModelCB450
Year1989
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine447cc
View full Honda CB450 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2020
Pass 9 Jul 2019
Fail 8 Jul 2019

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 May 2010 42,417 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 40,774 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2008 40,774 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 11 Dec 2007 37,875 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 27 Nov 2006 36,358 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2006 36,358 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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
Full Honda CB450 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

G838 RDV is a 1989 Honda CB450 in Bronze with a 447cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 G838 RDV, 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

How do I check the history of G838 RDV?

You can check the full history of G838 RDV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was G838 RDV registered?

G838 RDV is a 1989 Honda CB450, first registered on 16 October 1989.

Is G838 RDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G838 RDV shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G838 RDV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on G838 RDV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.