CarVerify

Free Car Check

C701 CAG

1985 Honda -

Beige Petrol 1198cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,766 mi
Last recorded29,766 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda -52,024 mi

Below or 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

RegistrationC701 CAG
MakeHonda
Model-
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
View full Honda - 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 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 29,766 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 29,218 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 29,214 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 29,134 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 28,273 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 28,132 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 27,177 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2012 27,159 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 26,945 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 26,945 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

How Reliable is the Honda -?

Based on 4,421 MOT tests across 336 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
950
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
336
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 42
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 20
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 18
Full Honda - 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

C701 CAG is a 1985 Honda - in Beige with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1985 Honda - models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 52,024 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda - fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C701 CAG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda - typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 41 years old, this Honda - is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C701 CAG?

You can check the full history of C701 CAG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was C701 CAG registered?

C701 CAG is a 1985 Honda -, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C701 CAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C701 CAG shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C701 CAG 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 C701 CAG. 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.