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P198 RYB

2008 Honda Smx

Turquoise Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

171,763 mi
Last recorded171,763 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Honda Smx134,052 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP198 RYB
MakeHonda
ModelSmx
Year2008
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 22 Jul 2019 171,763 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge 22540/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 154,891 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 24 Jul 2018 154,875 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt loose clip (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.5.4 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Jan 2017 134,402 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 120,205 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 95,565 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Smx?

Based on 2,219 MOT tests across 153 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
5,603
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
153
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 168
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 123
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 64
fog lamp not working 63
position lamp(s) not working 48
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P198 RYB is a 2008 Honda Smx in Turquoise with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Honda Smx models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 134,052 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Smx fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P198 RYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Smx typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Smx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P198 RYB registered?

P198 RYB is a 2008 Honda Smx, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is P198 RYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P198 RYB shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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