CarVerify

Free Car Check

C875 EWO

1985 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 498cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

21,562 mi
Last recorded21,562 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda CX50034,353 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

RegistrationC875 EWO
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 21,562 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 21,295 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 21,130 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 20,708 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 20,443 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 20,205 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 19,118 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 18,465 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 17,920 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 16,680 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 16,074 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 16,069 miles

Front Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

Fail 18 Jul 2013 16,069 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

Pass 14 Jul 2012 16,061 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 28 Jun 2012 16,061 miles

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

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 16,033 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 15,996 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 15,883 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 15,714 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 15,607 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 27 Aug 2005 13,859 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Aug 2005 13,859 miles

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
Full Honda CX500 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

C875 EWO is a 1985 Honda CX500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1985 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 34,353 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 C875 EWO, 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 41 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 C875 EWO?

You can check the full history of C875 EWO by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was C875 EWO registered?

C875 EWO is a 1985 Honda CX500, first registered on 6 August 1985.

Is C875 EWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for C875 EWO shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C875 EWO 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 C875 EWO. 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.