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Y62 FAR

2001 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

78,201 mi
Last recorded78,201 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2011
Typical for 2001 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,192 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY62 FAR
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2011 78,201 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

nearside front tyre wearing low on inner edge.

offside front tyre on wear limit on inner edge.

Pass 5 Oct 2010 74,304 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

offside rear driveshaft oilseal leaking.

Fail 2 Oct 2010 74,304 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

offside rear driveshaft oilseal leaking.

Pass 10 Jul 2009 67,396 miles

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

possable leak from steering damper unable to see fully due to covers.

Pass 31 Jul 2008 59,349 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 54,360 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 64,006 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 46,006 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)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.6b)

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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Y62 FAR is a 2001 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 49,192 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y62 FAR, 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 25 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 Y62 FAR registered?

Y62 FAR is a 2001 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 16 March 2001.

Is Y62 FAR safe to buy?

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