Honda Crf450
MotorcycleFrom 382 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a spoke missing, cracked, excessively loose, bent or corroded, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely and a wheel bearing with excessive play. The top issue, a spoke missing, cracked, excessively loose, bent or corroded, caused 8 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a spoke missing, cracked, excessively loose, bent or corroded | 8 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 7 |
| a wheel bearing with excessive play | 7 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 7 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley so loose or worn it is likely to fail | 6 |
| braking system component modification unsafe | 6 |
| a tyre not fitted in accordance with the direction of rotation marked on the side wall | 6 |
| a wheel corroded, damaged or distorted to the extent that control of the motorcycle is likely to be adversely affected | 3 |
| audible warning not working | 3 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 3 |
Typical mileage
Half of all Crf450s tested had between 531 and 2,034 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
Other Honda models
| Honda Civic | 74.1% |
| Honda Jazz | 77.5% |
| Honda CR-V | 79.3% |
| Honda HR-V | 88.6% |
| Honda Accord | 69.6% |
Common questions
What is the Honda Crf450 MOT pass rate?
The Honda Crf450 has a 90.1% MOT pass rate based on 382 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Crf450?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Crf450 is a spoke missing, cracked, excessively loose, bent or corroded, which caused 8 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Crf450 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Crf450 is 585 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 531 and 2,034 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.