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S120 YDA

2012 Honda Smx

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

119,739 mi
Last recorded119,739 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS120 YDA
MakeHonda
ModelSmx
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 119,739 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All metal brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 28 Apr 2026 119,443 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All metal brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 116,358 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2025 116,354 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jun 2019 107,863 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 101,854 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 88,325 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 78,944 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 78,944 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 69,231 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 69,231 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 65,057 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 65,056 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (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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S120 YDA is a 2012 Honda Smx in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 S120 YDA, 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 14 years old, this Honda Smx is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was S120 YDA registered?

S120 YDA is a 2012 Honda Smx, first registered on 24 October 2012.

Is S120 YDA safe to buy?

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