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F778 LYJ

1989 Honda CB450

Black Petrol 447cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,331 mi
Last recorded31,331 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2020
Typical for 1989 Honda CB45030,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF778 LYJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB450
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine447cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2020 31,331 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 30,829 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 28,069 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 11,001 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 57,287 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 57,287 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a) DANGEROUS

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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F778 LYJ is a 1989 Honda CB450 in Black with a 447cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 F778 LYJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F778 LYJ?

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What year was F778 LYJ registered?

F778 LYJ is a 1989 Honda CB450, first registered on 24 April 1989.

Is F778 LYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F778 LYJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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