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PE51 ZHF

2001 Mercedes Smart

Black Diesel 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

67,166 mi
Last recorded67,166 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2010
Typical for 2001 Mercedes Smart73,628 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE51 ZHF
MakeMercedes
ModelSmart
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine800cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2010 67,166 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 66,953 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 57,141 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 40,917 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 27,379 miles

front tyres starting to crack

Fail 9 Mar 2006 13,369 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Mar 2006 13,369 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes Smart?

Based on 1,296 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
4,017
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 89
Stop lamp not working 49
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 39
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 38
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive 34
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PE51 ZHF is a 2001 Mercedes Smart in Black with a 800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes Smart models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 73,628 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes Smart fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 89 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PE51 ZHF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Smart typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Mercedes Smart is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PE51 ZHF registered?

PE51 ZHF is a 2001 Mercedes Smart, first registered on 8 October 2001.

Is PE51 ZHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE51 ZHF shows 7 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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