CarVerify

Free Car Check

J42 EPN

1991 Honda CB450

Blue Petrol 447cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2012
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

38,113 mi
Last recorded38,113 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2011
Typical for 1991 Honda CB45027,678 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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

RegistrationJ42 EPN
MakeHonda
ModelCB450
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine447cc

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 5 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2011 38,113 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 38,000 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 27 Sep 2010 38,000 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 37,276 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2009 37,276 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Fail 11 Aug 2008 36,074 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Aug 2008 36,074 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 35,081 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 35,081 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 25 Aug 2006 33,387 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 33,387 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

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

J42 EPN is a 1991 Honda CB450 in Blue with a 447cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 J42 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

How do I check the history of J42 EPN?

You can check the full history of J42 EPN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was J42 EPN registered?

J42 EPN is a 1991 Honda CB450, first registered on 24 August 1991.

Is J42 EPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J42 EPN shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J42 EPN 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 J42 EPN. 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.