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H853 EDL

1991 Honda CB450

Blue Petrol 447cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,394 mi
Last recorded55,394 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2023
Typical for 1991 Honda CB45027,678 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH853 EDL
MakeHonda
ModelCB450
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine447cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2023 55,394 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2017 55,174 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 19 Jul 2017 55,174 miles

Central Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 55,024 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 13 Jul 2016 55,024 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 54,436 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

L/H chain adjuster cracked

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 18 Jun 2015 54,436 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 54,050 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 53,955 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2012 53,430 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 21 Jun 2012 53,430 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.C1a) DANGEROUS

Front An item not tested (Manual) DANGEROUS

Front Brake performance not tested (3.3) DANGEROUS

Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2010 43,450 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2009 40,830 miles

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

Nearside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

advise, front brake binding very slightly

Pass 26 Apr 2008 37,547 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 10 Apr 2008 37,547 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 37,365 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 37,365 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 31 Jan 2006 36,781 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
Full Honda CB450 reliability report

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H853 EDL is a 1991 Honda CB450 in Blue with a 447cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Honda CB450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 27,678 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 H853 EDL, 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 35 years old, this Honda CB450 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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H853 EDL is a 1991 Honda CB450, first registered on 1 July 1991.

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