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ELF 424Y

1983 Honda CX500

White Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

49,143 mi
Last recorded49,143 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2023
Typical for 1983 Honda CX50037,306 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELF 424Y
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2023 49,143 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 48,021 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2021 48,097 miles

Central Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Central Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2015 48,018 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 48,014 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 47,864 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 47,715 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 46,807 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 45,857 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 44,970 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 43,038 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 41,315 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 39,299 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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ELF 424Y is a 1983 Honda CX500 in White with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 ELF 424Y, 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 ELF 424Y registered?

ELF 424Y is a 1983 Honda CX500, first registered on 18 May 1983.

Is ELF 424Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELF 424Y shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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