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BV51 OEO

2001 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

110,644 mi
Last recorded110,644 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2015
Typical for 2001 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe54,734 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV51 OEO
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2015 110,644 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted not allowing a full inspection of the sill area

Fail 29 Apr 2015 110,643 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted not allowing a full inspection of the sill area

Pass 30 Apr 2014 104,012 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 100,976 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2011 99,466 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 99,462 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside front tyre pressure low

Pass 20 Sep 2010 93,003 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 92,984 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 84,764 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 76,526 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 76,525 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Fail 27 Sep 2007 64,425 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 64,425 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 44,872 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe?

Based on 440,585 MOT tests across 27,730 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,350
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
27,730
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,722
coil spring broken 5,964
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,749
Stop lamp not working 4,422
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 4,260
Full Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe reliability report

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BV51 OEO is a 2001 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2001 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 54,734 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) Fortwo Coupe fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,722 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV51 OEO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 25 years old, this Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV51 OEO registered?

BV51 OEO is a 2001 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 24 November 2001.

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The MOT history for BV51 OEO shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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