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P578 GPA

1997 Honda Smx

Black Petrol 1978cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2016
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

242,634 mi
Last recorded242,634 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda Smx130,856 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP578 GPA
MakeHonda
ModelSmx
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,978cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2015 242,634 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 232,847 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2012 216,266 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 202,271 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2010 164,884 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Feb 2009 139,158 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2007 127,422 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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P578 GPA is a 1997 Honda Smx in Black with a 1,978cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P578 GPA, 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 P578 GPA registered?

P578 GPA is a 1997 Honda Smx, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is P578 GPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P578 GPA shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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