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Y218 PBD

2001 Mcc Smart Pulse Semi-auto

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

45,861 mi
Last recorded45,861 miles
Recorded on9 May 2013
Typical for 2001 Mcc Smart Pulse Semi-auto52,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY218 PBD
MakeMcc
ModelSmart Pulse Semi-auto
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2013 45,861 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

front shockabsorbers corroding

Pass 25 Apr 2012 44,775 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Apr 2011 42,165 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 42,165 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 40,603 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 38,382 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 38,361 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 34,518 miles

front brake pads are low

Fail 3 Apr 2008 34,482 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front brake pads are low

How Reliable is the Mcc Smart Pulse Semi-auto?

Based on 2,802 MOT tests across 273 vehicles.

70.2%
Pass Rate
4,124
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
273
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 176
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 116
Direction indicator incorrect colour 94
coil spring incomplete 88
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 82
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Y218 PBD is a 2001 Mcc Smart Pulse Semi-auto in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Mcc Smart Pulse Semi-auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 52,542 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 Pulse Semi-auto fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y218 PBD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mcc Smart Pulse Semi-auto typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this Mcc Smart Pulse Semi-auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y218 PBD registered?

Y218 PBD is a 2001 Mcc Smart Pulse Semi-auto, first registered on 26 April 2001.

Is Y218 PBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y218 PBD 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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