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ELF 393Y

1983 Honda CM250

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

26,736 mi
Last recorded26,736 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 1983 Honda CM25026,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELF 393Y
MakeHonda
ModelCM250
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 26,736 miles
Fail 21 May 2025 26,730 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 26,724 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 26,613 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 26,494 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2021 26,493 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Oct 2020 26,333 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 26,260 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2019 26,260 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Perishing very evident on front tyre sidewalls.No cords exposed.

Pass 26 Oct 2018 26,044 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 26,024 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 26,012 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 25,945 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey collector box (7.1.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 25,729 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive tight spot (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 25,625 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 25,422 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 25,329 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 25,283 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 25,178 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 25,034 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Honda CM250?

Based on 1,826 MOT tests across 299 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
242
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
299
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Drive chain excessively loose 14
Throttle operating incorrectly 12
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ELF 393Y is a 1983 Honda CM250 in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1983 Honda CM250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 26,520 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CM250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ELF 393Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CM250 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 43 years old, this Honda CM250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was ELF 393Y registered?

ELF 393Y is a 1983 Honda CM250, first registered on 9 May 1983.

Is ELF 393Y safe to buy?

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