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GY11 VLR

2011 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Orange Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

59,384 mi
Last recorded59,384 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet41,173 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY11 VLR
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2011
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 59,384 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limits (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limits (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 56,117 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

various covers fitted obscuring components

Pass 25 Jan 2024 53,487 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear brakes noisy on roller brake test

various covers fitted obscuring components

Pass 7 Feb 2023 50,530 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 44,715 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 44,022 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 May 2019 40,879 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 39,639 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 37,958 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 37,958 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 36,067 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 34,706 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2014 29,376 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 29,376 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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GY11 VLR is a 2011 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Orange with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 41,173 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 GY11 VLR, 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 15 years old, this Smart (mcc) Cabriolet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GY11 VLR registered?

GY11 VLR is a 2011 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 28 April 2011.

Is GY11 VLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY11 VLR shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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