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W443 RNL

2000 Mercedes Smart

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

57,300 mi
Last recorded57,300 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2015
Typical for 2000 Mercedes Smart81,605 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW443 RNL
MakeMercedes
ModelSmart
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2015 57,300 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 58,228 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 57,749 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 56,236 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 56,236 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 55,618 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 55,618 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Fail 12 Jun 2009 54,554 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 54,554 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 52,466 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2006 49,449 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 49,449 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 48,750 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Jul 2006 48,750 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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W443 RNL is a 2000 Mercedes Smart in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 W443 RNL, 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.

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What year was W443 RNL registered?

W443 RNL is a 2000 Mercedes Smart, first registered on 23 August 2000.

Is W443 RNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for W443 RNL shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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