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F481 LTT

1989 Honda CB450

Red Petrol 447cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

48,956 mi
Last recorded48,956 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2024
Typical for 1989 Honda CB45030,721 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF481 LTT
MakeHonda
ModelCB450
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine447cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2024 48,956 miles

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 4 Jan 2023 48,756 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 47,763 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 46,809 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 45,855 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 45,607 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 19 Sep 2017 45,607 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 45,111 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 26 Sep 2016 45,111 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 44,906 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 44,334 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 44,311 miles

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

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 43,620 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 42,997 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 41,947 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 41,087 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 20 Jul 2010 41,087 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 40,369 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 39,956 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 39,456 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 38,480 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 38,439 miles

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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F481 LTT is a 1989 Honda CB450 in Red with a 447cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1989 Honda CB450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 30,721 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 F481 LTT, 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 37 years old, this Honda CB450 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F481 LTT registered?

F481 LTT is a 1989 Honda CB450, first registered on 10 July 1989.

Is F481 LTT safe to buy?

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