CarVerify

Free Car Check

ELB 903Y

1983 Honda GL500

Red Petrol 499cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2012
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

49,277 mi
Last recorded49,277 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2011
Typical for 1983 Honda GL50039,122 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationELB 903Y
MakeHonda
ModelGL500
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
View full Honda GL500 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2011 49,277 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 49,277 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 48,072 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 25 Apr 2009 47,872 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 46,078 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 45,084 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 43,561 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 43,561 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 43,561 miles

How Reliable is the Honda GL500?

Based on 2,142 MOT tests across 320 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
533
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
320
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 84
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 15
Full Honda GL500 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

ELB 903Y is a 1983 Honda GL500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1983 Honda GL500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 39,122 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda GL500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ELB 903Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda GL500 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 43 years old, this Honda GL500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ELB 903Y?

You can check the full history of ELB 903Y by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was ELB 903Y registered?

ELB 903Y is a 1983 Honda GL500, first registered on 19 April 1983.

Is ELB 903Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELB 903Y shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ELB 903Y have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on ELB 903Y. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.