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P522 UFM

1996 Honda Smx

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2018
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

129,593 mi
Last recorded129,593 miles
Recorded on25 May 2017
Typical for 1996 Honda Smx130,872 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP522 UFM
MakeHonda
ModelSmx
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 May 2017 129,593 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 129,591 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 127,113 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 127,111 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 121,892 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 117,448 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 117,442 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 114,111 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 111,547 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 111,547 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Nov 2010 108,714 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2010 108,714 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 Nov 2010 108,714 miles

Offside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Rear fog lamp switch insecure (1.3.1a)

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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P522 UFM is a 1996 Honda Smx in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 1996 Honda Smx models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 130,872 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 Smx fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P522 UFM, 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 30 years old, this Honda Smx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P522 UFM registered?

P522 UFM is a 1996 Honda Smx, first registered on 1 December 1996.

Is P522 UFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P522 UFM shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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