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P309 UFM

1997 Honda Smx

Black Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

87,507 mi
Last recorded87,507 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda Smx130,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP309 UFM
MakeHonda
ModelSmx
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2016 87,507 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 81,721 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2014 77,141 miles

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

Fail 6 Feb 2014 77,141 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 73,364 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 68,317 miles

advise handbrake travel

Pass 29 Jan 2011 63,852 miles

advise hand brake travel high

Pass 12 Feb 2010 59,423 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 55,128 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2009 55,106 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2008 86,990 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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P309 UFM is a 1997 Honda Smx in Black with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Honda Smx models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 130,856 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 P309 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 29 years old, this Honda Smx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P309 UFM registered?

P309 UFM is a 1997 Honda Smx, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P309 UFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P309 UFM shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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