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W872 VGH

1999 Mcc Smart

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

137,224 mi
Last recorded137,224 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2008
Typical for 1999 Mcc Smart96,617 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW872 VGH
MakeMcc
ModelSmart
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2008 137,224 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 12 Feb 2008 137,202 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 114,639 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2007 114,639 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both head lamp beam patterns poor

exhaust blow

front brake pads worn low

nearside mirror cracked

oil leak

Pass 2 Dec 2005 93,171 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2005 93,171 miles

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

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

damage to off side rear tyre side wall

oil leak

How Reliable is the Mcc Smart?

Based on 1,784 MOT tests across 172 vehicles.

69.5%
Pass Rate
5,004
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
172
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 93
Stop lamp not working 86
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 59
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 49
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 45
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W872 VGH is a 1999 Mcc Smart in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1999 Mcc Smart models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 96,617 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 93 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W872 VGH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W872 VGH registered?

W872 VGH is a 1999 Mcc Smart, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is W872 VGH safe to buy?

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