MOT Status
ValidMileage
76,867 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking Through Centre Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread Low 2mm/ Outer Edge Worn Smooth (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking Through Centre Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread On Wear Marks 1.8mm/ Inner Edge Worn Smooth (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking Through Centre Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread Low 2mm/ Outer Edge Worn Smooth (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking Through Centre Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Wiper Arm Bent (3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread On Wear Marks 1.8mm/ Inner Edge Worn Smooth (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play change soon (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread low 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread Low 2.1mm (5.2.3 (e))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Forfour?
Based on 256,394 MOT tests across 26,709 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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AY65 ZPL is a 2015 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Yellow with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
Across all 2015 Smart (mcc) Forfour models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 36,352 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 Smart (mcc) Forfour fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 2,304 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY65 ZPL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Smart (mcc) Forfour typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 11 years old, this Smart (mcc) Forfour is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was AY65 ZPL registered?
AY65 ZPL is a 2015 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 29 September 2015.
Is AY65 ZPL safe to buy?
The MOT history for AY65 ZPL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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