MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
77,834 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Headlight converters fitted
Offside rear fog light a little dim
Headlight converters fitted
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside rear fog light a little dim
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)
Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
Offside Rear fog lamp has a product on the lens so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
Some stiffness in steering during suspended lock-to-lock inspection.
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
o/s/r ABS ring broken - though still functional.
Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)
Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Cabriolet?
Based on 38,203 MOT tests across 2,410 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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W823 VGH is a 2000 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.
Across all 2000 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 73,202 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 W823 VGH, 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 26 years old, this Smart (mcc) Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of W823 VGH?
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What year was W823 VGH registered?
W823 VGH is a 2000 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 12 May 2000.
Is W823 VGH safe to buy?
The MOT history for W823 VGH shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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