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ELB 944Y

1983 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2024
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,879 mi
Last recorded26,879 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2023
Typical for 1983 Honda CX50037,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELB 944Y
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 4 Apr 2023 26,879 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 26,382 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 25,643 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 24,657 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 24,340 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 23,868 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 23,331 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 22,328 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

one of two rear stop and tail bulbs not working

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 944Y is a 1983 Honda CX500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 944Y, 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

How do I check the history of ELB 944Y?

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What year was ELB 944Y registered?

ELB 944Y is a 1983 Honda CX500, first registered on 25 April 1983.

Is ELB 944Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELB 944Y shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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