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X297 HCF

2000 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

143,262 mi
Last recorded143,262 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2011
Typical for 2000 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet73,202 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX297 HCF
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2011 143,262 miles

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

front brakes discs starting to corrode

nearside rear brake pipe starting to corrode

Fail 18 Aug 2011 143,262 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

front brakes discs starting to corrode

nearside rear brake pipe starting to corrode

Pass 12 Aug 2010 12,877 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 12,877 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 114,336 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 114,214 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 22 Aug 2008 97,166 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 79,945 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 23 Aug 2006 65,577 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Cabriolet?

Based on 38,203 MOT tests across 2,410 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
3,323
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,073
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,072
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 667
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 650
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 640
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X297 HCF is a 2000 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2000 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 73,202 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 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,073 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X297 HCF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was X297 HCF registered?

X297 HCF is a 2000 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X297 HCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for X297 HCF shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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