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T317 FLJ

1999 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

102,685 mi
Last recorded102,685 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2016
Typical for 1999 Smart (mcc) City Coupe81,190 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT317 FLJ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2016 102,685 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 98,682 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 94,532 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Aug 2013 89,219 miles

Both rear tyres perished and cracking

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

Fail 23 Aug 2013 89,219 miles

Both rear tyres perished and cracking

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 84,568 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2011 79,448 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 74,312 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 70,570 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 66,239 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 60,370 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2006 54,890 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

both front disc's starting to corode

one led n/w in third brake lamp

rear number plate starting to de-laminate

Pass 10 Aug 2006 54,890 miles

both front disc's starting to corode

one led n/w in third brake lamp

rear number plate starting to de-laminate

Pass 12 Aug 2005 47,914 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2005 47,914 miles

Centre Steering damper gland failed and leaking oil (2.2.C.1e)

Nearside Inner Rear Tie bar/rod locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

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

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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T317 FLJ is a 1999 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Smart (mcc) City Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 81,190 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 T317 FLJ, 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 27 years old, this Smart (mcc) City Coupe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T317 FLJ?

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What year was T317 FLJ registered?

T317 FLJ is a 1999 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 2 February 1999.

Is T317 FLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for T317 FLJ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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