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H473 ELY

1990 Honda CB450

Red Petrol 447cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,666 mi
Last recorded28,666 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2012
Typical for 1990 Honda CB45028,555 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH473 ELY
MakeHonda
ModelCB450
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine447cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2012 28,666 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

throttle twist grip very stiff

Pass 14 Jan 2011 28,637 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 28,625 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 28,605 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 28,547 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2007 28,544 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2006 28,495 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 28,495 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)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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H473 ELY is a 1990 Honda CB450 in Red with a 447cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1990 Honda CB450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 28,555 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 H473 ELY, 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 36 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 H473 ELY?

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What year was H473 ELY registered?

H473 ELY is a 1990 Honda CB450, first registered on 10 August 1990.

Is H473 ELY safe to buy?

The MOT history for H473 ELY shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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