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P455 LRX

1997 Honda Smx

Black Petrol 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

146,251 mi
Last recorded146,251 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda Smx130,856 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP455 LRX
MakeHonda
ModelSmx
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2015 146,251 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 146,210 miles

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

nearside front tyre won on inner edge

Pass 19 Sep 2011 139,671 miles

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 27 Aug 2010 117,987 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 117,987 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage cracked (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 107,294 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 107,294 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2007 107,284 miles

both front outer cv boots cracking, n/s/f tyre wearing edges, both rear tyres wearing outer edge

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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P455 LRX is a 1997 Honda Smx in Black with a 1,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 P455 LRX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P455 LRX registered?

P455 LRX is a 1997 Honda Smx, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P455 LRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P455 LRX shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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