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V288 RBK

1999 Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd)

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

87,064 mi
Last recorded87,064 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2012
Typical for 1999 Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd)88,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV288 RBK
MakeMcc
ModelSmart Passion Auto (lhd)
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2012 87,064 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 80,847 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2011 80,847 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 77,824 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2010 77,824 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2009 76,749 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2009 76,741 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Jun 2007 74,947 miles

Rear number plate starting to discolour

Slight noise from off side front wheel bearing

Pass 6 Jul 2006 72,651 miles

all tyre treads worn on inside edges

Fail 15 Dec 2005 72,509 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

both rear tyre treads on 2mm

How Reliable is the Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd)?

Based on 10,351 MOT tests across 1,120 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
3,905
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
1,120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 542
Stop lamp not working 472
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 319
position lamp(s) not working 243
Headlamp aim too low 239
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V288 RBK is a 1999 Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1999 Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 88,380 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 Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 542 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V288 RBK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 27 years old, this Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V288 RBK registered?

V288 RBK is a 1999 Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd), first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V288 RBK safe to buy?

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