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J638 MFH

1991 Honda CB450

Blue Petrol 447cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

50,990 mi
Last recorded50,990 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1991 Honda CB45027,678 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ638 MFH
MakeHonda
ModelCB450
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine447cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 50,990 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 50,692 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 50,374 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 50,157 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 49,610 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2021 49,610 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 48,736 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2019 47,971 miles

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

Slight bind on rear wheel

Pass 17 Apr 2018 47,455 miles

Front brake slightly binding

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 46,637 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 45,842 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 45,212 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 44,456 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 43,791 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 42,863 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 41,587 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 40,423 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 36,429 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 37,405 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 33,605 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly chaffed (3.2.B2a)

Pass 18 Mar 2006 31,174 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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J638 MFH is a 1991 Honda CB450 in Blue with a 447cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 J638 MFH, 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 J638 MFH registered?

J638 MFH is a 1991 Honda CB450, first registered on 17 September 1991.

Is J638 MFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for J638 MFH shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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