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LE51 XRF

2001 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Red Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

135,684 mi
Last recorded135,684 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2016
Typical for 2001 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,192 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE51 XRF
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2016 135,684 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 122,372 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 108,801 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 95,991 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 82,455 miles

wear on offside tyre on inner edge

Pass 16 Apr 2011 69,968 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 56,228 miles

Oil leak

Fail 28 Apr 2010 56,228 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Oil leak

Pass 25 Apr 2009 42,067 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 27,974 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside rear tyre splits in tread offside rear tyre perished on sidewall

Pass 1 May 2007 17,693 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2007 17,691 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 13 Dec 2005 17,220 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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LE51 XRF is a 2001 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Red with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LE51 XRF, 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 LE51 XRF registered?

LE51 XRF is a 2001 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is LE51 XRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE51 XRF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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