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Y317 KBA

2001 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2019
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

74,216 mi
Last recorded74,216 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2018
Typical for 2001 Smart (mcc) Roadster58,518 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY317 KBA
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2018 74,216 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2018 74,204 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn wishbone front and rear mountings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn wishbone front and rear mountings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 72,748 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 69,204 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 69,204 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2011 65,958 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 65,957 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 64,000 miles

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

chip in windscreen

Fail 18 Feb 2010 64,000 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

chip in windscreen

Pass 23 Jan 2009 60,649 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2009 60,590 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2008 55,453 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2008 55,453 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jan 2007 50,340 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 45,440 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2006 45,390 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Roadster?

Based on 33,271 MOT tests across 2,102 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
3,229
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 713
position lamp(s) not working 623
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 587
Stop lamp not working 538
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
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Y317 KBA is a 2001 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

Across all 2001 Smart (mcc) Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 58,518 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) Roadster fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 713 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y317 KBA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 25 years old, this Smart (mcc) Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y317 KBA registered?

Y317 KBA is a 2001 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 2 March 2001.

Is Y317 KBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y317 KBA shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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