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S55 JDW

2001 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Grey Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

35,396 mi
Last recorded35,396 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2006
Typical for 2001 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet49,192 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS55 JDW
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2006 35,396 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2006 35,396 miles

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

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2006 30,044 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2006 29,996 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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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S55 JDW is a 2001 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Grey with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 S55 JDW, 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 S55 JDW registered?

S55 JDW is a 2001 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is S55 JDW safe to buy?

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