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X251 RVV

2000 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

112,082 mi
Last recorded112,082 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2019
Typical for 2000 Smart (mcc) City Coupe70,485 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX251 RVV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2019 112,082 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 104,781 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 99,559 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2017 99,559 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 99,196 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 97,102 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013
Fail 12 Oct 2011 134,103 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

n/s/f & o/s/f tyres getting low tread on inside edges not below limits at time of test.

n/s/r & o/s/r tyres 2/2.5mm tread left (1.6mm limit).

Pass 12 Oct 2011 134,103 miles

n/s/f & o/s/f tyres getting low tread on inside edges not below limits at time of test.

n/s/r & o/s/r tyres 2/2.5mm tread left (1.6mm limit).

Pass 18 Oct 2010 119,627 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 119,627 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

FRONT DISCS WORN ON INNER FACE

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

REAR TYRES CRACKING ON INNER WALLS

Pass 2 Oct 2009 105,050 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 93,778 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2008 93,738 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 80,000 miles

N/S/F TYRE GETTING LOW ON INNER EGDE

Pass 19 Oct 2006 68,540 miles

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

o/s/r tyre getting low on inner edge

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) City Coupe?

Based on 282,294 MOT tests across 17,380 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
3,273
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
17,380
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 9,153
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,215
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,697
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,268
Headlamp aim too low 5,252
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X251 RVV is a 2000 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2000 Smart (mcc) City Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 70,485 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) City Coupe fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 9,153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X251 RVV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X251 RVV?

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What year was X251 RVV registered?

X251 RVV is a 2000 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 16 October 2000.

Is X251 RVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for X251 RVV shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X251 RVV have outstanding finance?

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