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GBZ 55

1999 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

38,367 mi
Last recorded38,367 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Smart (mcc) City Coupe81,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBZ 55
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 38,367 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 35,322 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 31,877 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2022 24,688 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 24,625 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 23,757 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 23,425 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 22,991 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 22,495 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 22,495 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 22,005 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 21,371 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 20,708 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 20,071 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 19,516 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 18,420 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 17,196 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 11 Aug 2008 16,007 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

head lamp conversion fitted

Pass 11 Aug 2008 16,007 miles

head lamp conversion fitted

Pass 24 Aug 2007 14,821 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 31 Aug 2006 13,618 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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GBZ 55 is a 1999 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1999 Smart (mcc) City Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 81,190 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 GBZ 55, 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 27 years old, this Smart (mcc) City Coupe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GBZ 55 registered?

GBZ 55 is a 1999 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is GBZ 55 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBZ 55 shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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