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J34 EPN

1991 Honda CB450

Red Petrol 447cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

33,228 mi
Last recorded33,228 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1991 Honda CB45027,678 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ34 EPN
MakeHonda
ModelCB450
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine447cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 33,228 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 32,859 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 32,815 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 32,722 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2022 32,722 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2021 32,515 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2020 32,223 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 31,287 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 30,497 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2017 29,552 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2016 29,379 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 28,044 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 27,741 miles

Horn intermittant but ok at time of test

Pass 12 Mar 2013 27,627 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 27,355 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2005 27,188 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2005 27,188 miles

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

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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J34 EPN is a 1991 Honda CB450 in Red with a 447cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 J34 EPN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J34 EPN registered?

J34 EPN is a 1991 Honda CB450, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J34 EPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J34 EPN shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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