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X978 HCF

2000 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

94,552 mi
Last recorded94,552 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2010
Typical for 2000 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet73,202 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX978 HCF
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2010 94,552 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

front brake discs scored / pitted

Pass 13 Aug 2010 92,838 miles

indicator stalk worn

Pass 7 Aug 2009 88,509 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 88,509 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 83,662 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 82,597 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 66,293 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2006 66,293 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

drivers seat belt twisted

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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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X978 HCF is a 2000 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 X978 HCF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X978 HCF registered?

X978 HCF is a 2000 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 20 September 2000.

Is X978 HCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for X978 HCF shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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