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SM56 XRA

2007 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

29,013 mi
Last recorded29,013 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2022
Typical for 2007 Smart (mcc) City Coupe45,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM56 XRA
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2022 29,013 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 28,184 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 27,680 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 27,250 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2019 27,250 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Nov 2018 26,326 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

unable to check numerous items through plastic covers fitted

Pass 20 Nov 2017 25,226 miles

both rear tyres cracking not excessive at time of test

Fail 20 Nov 2017 25,226 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear tyres cracking not excessive at time of test

Pass 15 Nov 2016 23,956 miles

all four tyres cracking not excessive at time of test

Fail 15 Nov 2016 23,955 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

all four tyres cracking not excessive at time of test

Pass 10 Dec 2015 21,540 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 27 Jan 2015 19,418 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Jan 2015 19,417 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2014 16,447 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jan 2013 13,081 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2013 13,078 miles

Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.B.2)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jan 2012 10,627 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2012 10,626 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

offside front tyrewall to tread area cracked & perished

Pass 31 Jan 2011 6,280 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 4,896 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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SM56 XRA is a 2007 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 SM56 XRA, 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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What year was SM56 XRA registered?

SM56 XRA is a 2007 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 8 January 2007.

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