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FG57 XVL

2007 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

43,641 mi
Last recorded43,641 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2022
Typical for 2007 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet45,287 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG57 XVL
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2022 43,641 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 38,714 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 35,242 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2020 35,242 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Oct 2019 33,889 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 31,181 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 28,514 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 Oct 2016 25,551 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2015 22,682 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 20,144 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 17,791 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Oct 2012 15,337 miles

nearside and offside rear tyres perrished

Pass 15 Oct 2011 12,840 miles

n/s/f tyre perishing

Pass 22 Oct 2010 9,726 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Cabriolet?

Based on 38,203 MOT tests across 2,410 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
3,323
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,073
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,072
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 667
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 650
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 640
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FG57 XVL is a 2007 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2007 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 45,287 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,073 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG57 XVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 19 years old, this Smart (mcc) Cabriolet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FG57 XVL registered?

FG57 XVL is a 2007 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 29 October 2007.

Is FG57 XVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG57 XVL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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