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J84 HFW

1991 Honda CB450

Blue Petrol 447cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

46,505 mi
Last recorded46,505 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1991 Honda CB45027,678 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ84 HFW
MakeHonda
ModelCB450
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine447cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 46,505 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 46,483 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 46,464 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 46,262 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 46,258 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 46,254 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 46,216 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 46,059 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 44,722 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 43,431 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 42,790 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 42,704 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 42,393 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 42,391 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Mar 2010 40,818 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 40,697 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 21,439 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2006 21,439 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 5 Oct 2005 19,003 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2005 19,003 miles

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

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

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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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J84 HFW is a 1991 Honda CB450 in Blue with a 447cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 J84 HFW, 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 J84 HFW registered?

J84 HFW is a 1991 Honda CB450, first registered on 22 August 1991.

Is J84 HFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J84 HFW shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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