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B17 SYL

2007 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Red Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

75,963 mi
Last recorded75,963 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Smart (mcc) City Coupe45,426 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB17 SYL
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 75,963 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2025 72,041 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2025 72,041 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 67,283 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both cracking between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 62,298 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 31 Jul 2023 62,298 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 57,582 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 54,029 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 52,029 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 48,592 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 45,380 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 38,631 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 34,396 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 32,298 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 29,866 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jan 2013 27,483 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 24,003 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2012 24,003 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 20,042 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 16,278 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) City Coupe?

Based on 282,294 MOT tests across 17,380 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
3,273
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
17,380
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 9,153
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,215
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,697
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,268
Headlamp aim too low 5,252
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B17 SYL is a 2007 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Red with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2007 Smart (mcc) City Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 45,426 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) City Coupe fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 9,153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B17 SYL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) City Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 19 years old, this Smart (mcc) City Coupe is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B17 SYL?

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What year was B17 SYL registered?

B17 SYL is a 2007 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 15 January 2007.

Is B17 SYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B17 SYL shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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