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X238 LKV

2000 Mcc Smart Pulse Auto (lhd)

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

85,747 mi
Last recorded85,747 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2015
Typical for 2000 Mcc Smart Pulse Auto (lhd)52,696 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX238 LKV
MakeMcc
ModelSmart Pulse Auto (lhd)
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 Mar 2015 85,747 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes above undertrays

brake pipes corroded

front tyres worn on inside edges

sill covers fitted

Pass 28 Mar 2014 80,938 miles

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes above undertrays

brake pipes corroded

front number plate damaged

Pass 9 Apr 2013 75,723 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes above undertrays

brake pipes corroded

sill covers fitted

Pass 19 Apr 2012 66,930 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes above undertrays

brake pipes corroded

sill covers fitted

Pass 24 May 2011 62,377 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 18 May 2011 62,349 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 51,208 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 53,269 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 53,269 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 20 May 2008 49,046 miles

both front offside and nearside track rod ends wearing and loose movement.

offside rear handbrake cable outer cover split.

offside rear wheel rim damaged.

Pass 1 May 2007 43,350 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 43,350 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2006 34,130 miles

How Reliable is the Mcc Smart Pulse Auto (lhd)?

Based on 4,504 MOT tests across 489 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
4,000
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
489
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255
Stop lamp not working 230
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 176
Headlamp aim too low 106
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 100
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X238 LKV is a 2000 Mcc Smart Pulse Auto (lhd) in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2000 Mcc Smart Pulse Auto (lhd) models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 52,696 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 Mcc Smart Pulse Auto (lhd) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 255 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X238 LKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mcc Smart Pulse Auto (lhd) typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 26 years old, this Mcc Smart Pulse Auto (lhd) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X238 LKV registered?

X238 LKV is a 2000 Mcc Smart Pulse Auto (lhd), first registered on 21 December 2000.

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The MOT history for X238 LKV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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