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ELF 443Y

1983 Honda CB250

Blue Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2024
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

29,324 mi
Last recorded29,324 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2023
Typical for 1983 Honda CB25030,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELF 443Y
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2023 29,324 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2023 29,324 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 29,128 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 28,811 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 28,577 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 28,360 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 28,102 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 27,915 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 27,606 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 27,228 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 26,907 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 26,527 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 26,202 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 25,699 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 24,585 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 23,382 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 22,215 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 20,985 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 19,726 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2006 19,726 miles

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

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 26 Oct 2005 18,483 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB250?

Based on 27,783 MOT tests across 3,466 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
543
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
3,466
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 378
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 287
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 274
Drive chain excessively loose 193
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 175
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ELF 443Y is a 1983 Honda CB250 in Blue with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1983 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 30,067 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 378 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ELF 443Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB250 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 43 years old, this Honda CB250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ELF 443Y registered?

ELF 443Y is a 1983 Honda CB250, first registered on 20 May 1983.

Is ELF 443Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELF 443Y shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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