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RX51 FPT

2001 Mercedes Smart

Grey Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,086 mi
Last recorded35,086 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2006
Typical for 2001 Mercedes Smart73,628 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 FPT
MakeMercedes
ModelSmart
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 28 Sep 2006 35,086 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2005 30,938 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes Smart?

Based on 1,296 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
4,017
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 89
Stop lamp not working 49
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 39
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 38
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive 34
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RX51 FPT is a 2001 Mercedes Smart in Grey with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes Smart models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 73,628 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes Smart fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 89 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX51 FPT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Smart typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Mercedes Smart is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of RX51 FPT?

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What year was RX51 FPT registered?

RX51 FPT is a 2001 Mercedes Smart, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is RX51 FPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 FPT shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX51 FPT have outstanding finance?

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