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W189 YBM

2000 Mercedes Smart

Silver Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

111,413 mi
Last recorded111,413 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2014
Typical for 2000 Mercedes Smart81,605 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW189 YBM
MakeMercedes
ModelSmart
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2014 111,413 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 98,795 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 89,178 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 79,151 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2010 69,737 miles

front brake discs corroding on inner areas

rear brake application uneven

undertray fitted to vehicle

Fail 12 Sep 2010 69,736 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake discs corroding on inner areas

rear brake application uneven

undertray fitted to vehicle

Pass 13 Aug 2009 58,657 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 57,680 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 48,163 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 48,163 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 41,684 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2005 36,925 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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W189 YBM is a 2000 Mercedes Smart in Silver with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes Smart models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 81,605 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 W189 YBM, 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 26 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 W189 YBM registered?

W189 YBM is a 2000 Mercedes Smart, first registered on 23 May 2000.

Is W189 YBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W189 YBM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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