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G141 VJN

1989 Honda CB450

Red Petrol 447cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

53,025 mi
Last recorded53,025 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2011
Typical for 1989 Honda CB45030,721 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG141 VJN
MakeHonda
ModelCB450
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine447cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 17 Oct 2011 53,025 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2008 52,077 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 51,710 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 51,676 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2005 51,668 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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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G141 VJN is a 1989 Honda CB450 in Red with a 447cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 G141 VJN, 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 G141 VJN registered?

G141 VJN is a 1989 Honda CB450, first registered on 1 September 1989.

Is G141 VJN safe to buy?

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