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G958 WVX

1989 Honda CB450

Black Petrol 447cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

6,959 mi
Last recorded6,959 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Honda CB45030,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG958 WVX
MakeHonda
ModelCB450
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine447cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 6,959 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 May 2025 6,708 miles

Central Front Upper Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Unable to clearly see the condition of the outside brake pad. (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 9 May 2025 6,706 miles

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Central Front Upper Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Unable to clearly see the condition of the outside brake pad. (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 7 May 2024 6,288 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 2 May 2024 6,269 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 May 2023 5,889 miles

Front Possible Oil Leak from Oil Cooler Hose.

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 5 May 2023 5,886 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Possible Oil Leak from Oil Cooler Hose.

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 May 2022 5,491 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2021 5,353 miles

front tyre cracking

Pass 10 Sep 2019 5,164 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2019 5,132 miles

Offside Rear Road spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

oil leak

Pass 5 Jun 2018 5,046 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 31 May 2018 5,046 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Oct 2006 4,850 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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G958 WVX is a 1989 Honda CB450 in Black with a 447cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 G958 WVX, 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.

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What year was G958 WVX registered?

G958 WVX is a 1989 Honda CB450, first registered on 10 August 1989.

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