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NC56 VUJ

2007 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

113,695 mi
Last recorded113,695 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2023
Typical for 2007 Smart (mcc) City Coupe45,426 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC56 VUJ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2023 113,695 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2023 113,695 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2022 113,582 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Mar 2022 113,559 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Emissions not tested due to noise from engine during test

Pass 17 Dec 2020 113,206 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 103,952 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Tie Rod ()

Pass 10 Mar 2018 90,415 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm of tread 145/65/15 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm of tread both rears 175/55/15 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Mar 2018 90,415 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm of tread 145/65/15 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm of tread both rears 175/55/15 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 78,039 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Mar 2016 65,781 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015
Pass 11 Mar 2014 51,041 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 45,372 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 35,757 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 25,831 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2010 19,350 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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NC56 VUJ is a 2007 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 NC56 VUJ, 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.

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NC56 VUJ is a 2007 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 15 January 2007.

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