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W747 VAW

2000 Mercedes Smart

White Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

120,909 mi
Last recorded120,909 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2010
Typical for 2000 Mercedes Smart81,605 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW747 VAW
MakeMercedes
ModelSmart
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2010 120,909 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 109,710 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 101,510 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 86,532 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2007 86,532 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Jan 2006 69,411 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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W747 VAW is a 2000 Mercedes Smart in White with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 W747 VAW, 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 W747 VAW registered?

W747 VAW is a 2000 Mercedes Smart, first registered on 2 March 2000.

Is W747 VAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W747 VAW shows 6 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.

Does W747 VAW have outstanding finance?

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