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KY51 XWZ

2001 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

63,378 mi
Last recorded63,378 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2015
Typical for 2001 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet53,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY51 XWZ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Cabriolet
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2015 63,378 miles

Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Oct 2013 49,639 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both nearside and offside rea shock absorber bushes are slightly deteriorated

Pass 5 Oct 2012 47,434 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 27 Sep 2011 46,250 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 46,250 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 29 Sep 2010 43,479 miles

rear registration plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 1 Oct 2009 40,321 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 37,140 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 33,736 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 33,736 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 27,581 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet?

Based on 41,914 MOT tests across 2,495 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
3,241
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,495
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,262
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,250
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 770
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 746
Headlamp aim too low 706
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KY51 XWZ is a 2001 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2001 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 53,077 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,262 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KY51 XWZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KY51 XWZ registered?

KY51 XWZ is a 2001 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet, first registered on 23 November 2001.

Is KY51 XWZ safe to buy?

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