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P3 PNK

1999 Mcc Smart

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

171,686 mi
Last recorded171,686 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Mcc Smart96,617 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP3 PNK
MakeMcc
ModelSmart
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 171,686 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 169,983 miles

Central Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Sep 2024 169,983 miles

Central Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Central Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 168,206 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 166,674 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 166,072 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 165,669 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 163,973 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 161,230 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 159,558 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both tyre tread depths low (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tyres have age cracks appearing

Pass 5 Aug 2016 155,342 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 152,624 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 150,519 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 146,536 miles

front suspension units corroding

Pass 8 Aug 2012 143,006 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Mar 2012 139,734 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

offside track rod end ball joint dust cover split

Pass 28 Mar 2012 139,734 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

offside track rod end ball joint dust cover split

Pass 8 Apr 2011 136,272 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 132,551 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 131,046 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 119,573 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Jan 2008 96,617 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2007 83,660 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 67,326 miles

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

offside door mirror cracked, veiw to rear not affected

Fail 4 Jan 2006 67,326 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

offside door mirror cracked, veiw to rear not affected

How Reliable is the Mcc Smart?

Based on 1,784 MOT tests across 172 vehicles.

69.5%
Pass Rate
5,004
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
172
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 93
Stop lamp not working 86
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 59
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 49
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 45
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P3 PNK is a 1999 Mcc Smart in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

Across all 1999 Mcc Smart models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 96,617 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mcc Smart fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 93 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P3 PNK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mcc Smart typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Mcc Smart is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P3 PNK registered?

P3 PNK is a 1999 Mcc Smart, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is P3 PNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P3 PNK shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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