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X972 AHY

2000 Mercedes Smart

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

132,156 mi
Last recorded132,156 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2010
Typical for 2000 Mercedes Smart81,605 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX972 AHY
MakeMercedes
ModelSmart
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2010 132,156 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 132,145 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 120,886 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 120,859 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2007 99,770 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 80,970 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 70,426 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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X972 AHY is a 2000 Mercedes Smart in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 X972 AHY, 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

How do I check the history of X972 AHY?

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What year was X972 AHY registered?

X972 AHY is a 2000 Mercedes Smart, first registered on 28 November 2000.

Is X972 AHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for X972 AHY shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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