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S37 GGP

1998 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

101,982 mi
Last recorded101,982 miles
Recorded on19 May 2016
Typical for 1998 Smart (mcc) City Coupe90,631 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS37 GGP
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2016 101,982 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2015 101,432 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2015 101,432 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 4 Dec 2013 10,029 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 98,295 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2012 98,295 miles

Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Jul 2011 96,674 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 90,391 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2010 90,391 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 89,290 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 88,258 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 80,927 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2006 80,927 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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S37 GGP is a 1998 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1998 Smart (mcc) City Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 90,631 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S37 GGP, 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 28 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 S37 GGP registered?

S37 GGP is a 1998 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S37 GGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S37 GGP shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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