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V651 FTR

1999 Mercedes Smart

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

105,299 mi
Last recorded105,299 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2013
Typical for 1999 Mercedes Smart78,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV651 FTR
MakeMercedes
ModelSmart
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 17 Oct 2013 105,299 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2013 105,299 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 85,231 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 83,905 miles

surface rust on front discs , brake efficiency not affected .

Pass 25 Jun 2008 64,401 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 13 May 2008 60,497 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2007 56,214 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 24 Aug 2006 48,392 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2005 35,850 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2005 35,850 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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V651 FTR is a 1999 Mercedes Smart in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 V651 FTR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V651 FTR registered?

V651 FTR is a 1999 Mercedes Smart, first registered on 21 October 1999.

Is V651 FTR safe to buy?

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