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X892 BRP

2000 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

White Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2017
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,983 mi
Last recorded105,983 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2017
Typical for 2000 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet73,202 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX892 BRP
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 8 Dec 2017 105,983 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rust evident under body, brakes, steering & suspension parts

Pass 19 Dec 2016 102,820 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 98,127 miles

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

offside front wearing heavily on inner edge

Fail 8 Dec 2015 98,127 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside front wearing heavily on inner edge

Pass 14 Nov 2014 89,723 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 89,723 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 88,942 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2013 88,941 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 84,916 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 77,832 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 70,042 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 70,042 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 65,346 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2009 65,281 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Nov 2008 60,320 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 52,581 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 46,818 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 39,587 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Cabriolet?

Based on 38,203 MOT tests across 2,410 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
3,323
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,073
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,072
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 667
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 650
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 640
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X892 BRP is a 2000 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in White with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 X892 BRP, 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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What year was X892 BRP registered?

X892 BRP is a 2000 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 1 October 2000.

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