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T73 JTD

1999 Mercedes Smart

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

181,090 mi
Last recorded181,090 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2016
Typical for 1999 Mercedes Smart78,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT73 JTD
MakeMercedes
ModelSmart
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2016 181,090 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 176,685 miles

n/s/f shocker slight leak discs rusty

Fail 12 Jun 2015 176,685 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

n/s/f shocker slight leak discs rusty

Pass 5 Mar 2014 170,734 miles

head lamps got reflectors on

o/s/f tyre cut

Pass 17 Jan 2013 167,547 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear wheel arch in poor condition

Fail 15 Jan 2013 167,547 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear wheel arch in poor condition

Pass 31 Jan 2012 157,136 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2012 157,136 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 128,101 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2009 117,409 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 117,409 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 107,960 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2007 98,636 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 90,472 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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T73 JTD is a 1999 Mercedes Smart in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes Smart models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 78,765 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 T73 JTD, 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 27 years old, this Mercedes Smart is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T73 JTD registered?

T73 JTD is a 1999 Mercedes Smart, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T73 JTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for T73 JTD shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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