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H550 TCW

1990 Honda CB450

Red Petrol 447cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

33,860 mi
Last recorded33,860 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2016
Typical for 1990 Honda CB45028,555 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH550 TCW
MakeHonda
ModelCB450
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine447cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2016 33,860 miles

Rear Rear tyre only has front rotation fitment but is universal.

Fail 7 Mar 2016 33,860 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Rear tyre only has front rotation fitment but is universal.

Fail 18 Jun 2015 33,855 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2013 33,379 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 32,666 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 31,666 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 30,074 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 29,580 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 29,269 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 28,516 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 28,038 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 27,608 miles

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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H550 TCW is a 1990 Honda CB450 in Red with a 447cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1990 Honda CB450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 28,555 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 H550 TCW, 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 36 years old, this Honda CB450 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H550 TCW registered?

H550 TCW is a 1990 Honda CB450, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is H550 TCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H550 TCW shows 12 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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