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2001 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet 0.7L Petrol · C1 DAO

C1 DAO

2001 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet (0.7L, petrol). First registered 27 Nov 2001. Recorded mileage 49,728 miles. MOT valid until 04 May 2027.

Make & Model
SMART (MCC) CABRIOLET
Year / Origin
2001 · Cardiff
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 04 May 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
49,728 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 0.7L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 04 May 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2001
Engine
698cc
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C1 DAO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 10/04/2026
  • 49,728 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

C1 DAO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Sept 2026, 10:16
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Smart (Mcc) Cabriolet (C1 DAO) between April 2022 and April 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

C1 DAO Mileage History

  1. 25/04/202242,993 mi
  2. 14/04/202344,593 mi+1,600 mi
  3. 16/04/202446,337 mi+1,744 mi
  4. 22/04/202547,987 mi+1,650 mi
  5. 10/04/202649,728 mi+1,741 mi

Average of roughly 1,701 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Good

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

Valid MOT
Tax Status Unknown
Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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