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EU53 LVW

2003 Honda CRF450

Black Petrol 450cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Honda CRF450535 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU53 LVW
MakeHonda
ModelCRF450
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine450cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2022

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 2 Aug 2022

Rear Wheel spoke missing (5.2.2 (d))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 22 Jun 2021

No Lights fitted at time of test

Pass 12 Apr 2019

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 29 Mar 2018

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 29 Mar 2018

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

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 15 Jun 2016

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 5 Jul 2014

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

No lights fitted at time of test

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

Pass 25 Jun 2013

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 17 Jun 2013

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

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

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

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 13 Jun 2012 485 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 13 Jun 2012 485 miles

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

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 24 May 2011 492 miles

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

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 6 May 2010

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

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 5 May 2010

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

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

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 22 May 2009

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 2 Apr 2008

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 1 Apr 2008

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

No lights fitted at time of test

How Reliable is the Honda CRF450?

Based on 1,450 MOT tests across 328 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
170
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
328
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre is unsuitable 17
reflector on motorcycle missing 17
Horn missing 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
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EU53 LVW is a 2003 Honda CRF450 in Black with a 450cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Honda CRF450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 535 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 CRF450 fails its MOT is tyre is unsuitable, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EU53 LVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CRF450 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Honda CRF450 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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EU53 LVW is a 2003 Honda CRF450, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is EU53 LVW safe to buy?

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