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W167 DGC

1998 Mercedes Smart

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

92,668 mi
Last recorded92,668 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW167 DGC
MakeMercedes
ModelSmart
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2008 92,668 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 92,668 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 75,195 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 59,660 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 59,660 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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W167 DGC is a 1998 Mercedes Smart in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 W167 DGC, 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 28 years old, this Mercedes Smart is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W167 DGC registered?

W167 DGC is a 1998 Mercedes Smart, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is W167 DGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W167 DGC shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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