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Y987 BVV

2001 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

22,154 mi
Last recorded22,154 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2009
Typical for 2001 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,192 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY987 BVV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2009 22,154 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2007 21,971 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2007 21,971 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 20,662 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 20,658 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Fail 16 Aug 2005 16,066 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2005 16,066 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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Y987 BVV is a 2001 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 Y987 BVV, 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

How do I check the history of Y987 BVV?

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What year was Y987 BVV registered?

Y987 BVV is a 2001 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 27 July 2001.

Is Y987 BVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y987 BVV shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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