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ELB 893Y

1983 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

10,119 mi
Last recorded10,119 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2023
Typical for 1983 Honda CX50037,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELB 893Y
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2023 10,119 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 9,933 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 9,712 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play Knotch (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2018 9,712 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play Knotch (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Wheel fixing loose (single fixing) (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 9,605 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' Very (2.2.1b)

Fail 26 Jun 2017 9,605 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' Very (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 9,417 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2014 9,340 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 9,340 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2012
Fail 30 Mar 2012 9,273 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 9,044 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 8,874 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CX500?

Based on 20,820 MOT tests across 3,408 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
390
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
3,408
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 356
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 279
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 205
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 197
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 118
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ELB 893Y is a 1983 Honda CX500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1983 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 37,306 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 CX500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 356 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ELB 893Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CX500 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 43 years old, this Honda CX500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ELB 893Y registered?

ELB 893Y is a 1983 Honda CX500, first registered on 19 April 1983.

Is ELB 893Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELB 893Y shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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