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R780 KAR

2008 Honda Smx

Silver Petrol 197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

131,490 mi
Last recorded131,490 miles
Recorded on13 May 2016
Typical for 2008 Honda Smx134,052 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR780 KAR
MakeHonda
ModelSmx
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine197cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2016 131,490 miles

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

Rear exhust bracket broken but still surported

oil leak

Pass 11 May 2015 115,451 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 115,451 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 114,257 miles

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

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 9 Jul 2012 114,257 miles

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

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 110,241 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 105,242 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 105,242 miles

Offside All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 100,579 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 92,547 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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R780 KAR is a 2008 Honda Smx in Silver with a 197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 R780 KAR, 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 R780 KAR registered?

R780 KAR is a 2008 Honda Smx, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is R780 KAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R780 KAR shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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