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R8 MON

1999 Mercedes Smart

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

20,792 mi
Last recorded20,792 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2014
Typical for 1999 Mercedes Smart78,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 MON
MakeMercedes
ModelSmart
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2014 20,792 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 19,044 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2013 19,044 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Fail 31 Jan 2012 17,901 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 17,901 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 17,147 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 15,752 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 15,752 miles

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 15,496 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 12,964 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2007 12,964 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 12,188 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 10,829 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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R8 MON is a 1999 Mercedes Smart in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes Smart models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 78,765 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 Mercedes Smart fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 89 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R8 MON, 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 27 years old, this Mercedes Smart is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R8 MON?

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What year was R8 MON registered?

R8 MON is a 1999 Mercedes Smart, first registered on 11 November 1999.

Is R8 MON safe to buy?

The MOT history for R8 MON shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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