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R774 VOD

1997 Honda Smx

White Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

113,456 mi
Last recorded113,456 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda Smx130,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR774 VOD
MakeHonda
ModelSmx
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2017 113,456 miles

Steering arm deformed but serviceable slight play in both inner steering arms (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 16 Oct 2017 113,456 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Steering arm deformed but serviceable slight play in both inner steering arms (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 109,194 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 106,686 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

advise slight oil leak from engine bay

Fail 2 Oct 2015 106,686 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

advise slight oil leak from engine bay

Pass 15 Oct 2014 103,884 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 99,484 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2012 92,885 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 87,331 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 80,580 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 71,346 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 71,346 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 6 May 2008 101,754 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 101,754 miles

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

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

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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R774 VOD is a 1997 Honda Smx in White with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R774 VOD, 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 R774 VOD registered?

R774 VOD is a 1997 Honda Smx, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is R774 VOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R774 VOD shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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