HONDA SMX (2008)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 36 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
64%
Total Tests (2024)
36
Avg Mileage
151,064 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,217
Is the 2008 HONDA SMX reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 18 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the HONDA brand average of 84%.
At 16 years old, 64% of HONDA SMXs from 2008 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 36 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 151,064 miles.
How does the 2008 HONDA SMX compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2008 HONDA SMX has 151,064 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 118,400 miles for a 16-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
How much does a 2008 HONDA SMX cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 2008 HONDA SMX
The 2008 HONDA SMX is a family car with a 1970cc petrol engine. 36 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 97% of 2008 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 151,064 miles at 16 years old, HONDA SMX owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2008 HONDA SMX Fuel Costs
The 1970cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2008 HONDA SMX?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,217 (£185/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 64% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
Buying a Used 2008 HONDA SMX
At 16 years old, the HONDA SMX is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 36 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2008 HONDA SMX
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FOCUS (2009) 74% pass rate (+10%) from 105,193 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2010) 67% pass rate (+3%) from 60,994 tests
- MINI MINI (2010) 80% pass rate (+16%) from 59,218 tests
- BMW 3 SERIES (2007) 80% pass rate (+16%) from 55,686 tests