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R697 KMV

2008 Honda Smx

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

145,286 mi
Last recorded145,286 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 Honda Smx134,052 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR697 KMV
MakeHonda
ModelSmx
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2019 145,286 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 142,588 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 139,961 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 136,853 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 134,238 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

osr tyre is starting to perish, split between the treads

Pass 30 Aug 2014 130,800 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 30 Aug 2014 130,800 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 125,472 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 120,547 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 17 Apr 2012 120,547 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 117,076 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 111,404 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 99,541 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 94,063 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

both rear tyre tread depths getting low

Fail 17 Apr 2008 94,063 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

both rear tyre tread depths getting low

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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R697 KMV is a 2008 Honda Smx in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R697 KMV, 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 R697 KMV registered?

R697 KMV is a 2008 Honda Smx, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is R697 KMV safe to buy?

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