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Y697 ROR

2001 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,605 mi
Last recorded50,605 miles
Recorded on9 May 2008
Typical for 2001 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,192 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY697 ROR
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2008 50,605 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 48,162 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 48,162 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 May 2006 43,615 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both headlamps on lowest adjustment

front number plate damaged

oil leak

reverse lights not working

very slight showing of white light around rear fog

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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Y697 ROR is a 2001 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 Y697 ROR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y697 ROR registered?

Y697 ROR is a 2001 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 25 April 2001.

Is Y697 ROR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y697 ROR shows 4 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 Y697 ROR have outstanding finance?

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