2000 MCC Smart Smart 0.6L Petrol · Y571 CGT
2000 MCC Smart Smart (0.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2001. Recorded mileage 127,008 miles. MOT expired on 08 Apr 2025. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- MCC SMART SMART
- Year / Origin
- 2000 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Apr 2025
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 127,008 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 0.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Y571 CGT Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/04/2024
- 127,008 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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Y571 CGT Mileage History
- 06/04/2022123,639 km
- 29/03/2023125,503 mi
- 30/03/2023125,507 mi+4 mi
- 09/04/2024127,008 mi+1,501 mi
Average of roughly 1,676 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
Y571 CGT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2000 Mcc Smart Smart (Y571 CGT) between April 2022 and April 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 09 April 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”; “Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))”.
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Our Verdict
Proceed with caution due to the vehicle'
Given the 599cc engine has covered over 127,000 miles, focus your attention on the mechanical health of the powertrain. You should specifically ask for evidence of any work carried out to rectify the carbon monoxide and hydrocarbon emissions failures recorded in March 2023, as these can indicate deeper engine or exhaust issues.
Check the service history for evidence of timing chain or belt replacements, as these are critical on high-mileage small engines. Ensure that the electrical system is functioning correctly, as the 2023 MOT failure highlighted issues with the stop lamps, position lamps, and side repeaters.
Running costs for this 0.6L petrol model are typically low. The small engine size generally results in modest fuel consumption and a low insurance group, making it an economical choice for urban environments.
However, maintenance costs can be unpredictable for a vehicle of this age. Parts for early Smart models can sometimes be harder to source, and the high mileage may lead to increased wear-and-tear repairs. Expect an annual spend covering fuel, tax, insurance, and basic maintenance to be relatively low compared to larger cars.
Prioritise an inspection of the exhaust system and an emissions check, referencing the 2023 failure where carbon monoxide and hydrocarbon levels exceeded manufacturer limits. Check all exterior lighting carefully, specifically the nearside rear position and stop lamps, as well as the offside side repeater, all of which were flagged as non-functional in 2023.
Additionally, examine the headlamp lenses. These were recorded as 'slightly defective' in three consecutive MOT tests between 2022 and 2023; check if they have since been replaced or if they remain a potential future advisory.
This blue 2001 Smart has recorded 127,008 miles. Its MOT history is mixed, featuring a significant failure in March 2023 involving exhaust emissions and multiple lighting faults, though it passed the following day and again in April 2024 with no defects. It offers a low-cost entry into city driving but carries the inherent risks of a 25-year-old, small-capacity petrol engine.
No aggregate reliability data is available for this specific model, but this individual vehicle's history shows a pattern of minor electrical and emissions issues.
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