Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) reliable? We analysed 10,351 real MOT tests across 1,120 vehicles to find out.
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The Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, stop lamp not working and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd).
Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd). Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 579 | 70.5% | 27,069 | 41,675 | 56,847 |
| 2001 | 6,800 | 70.6% | 35,278 | 50,416 | 68,266 |
| 2000 | 2,665 | 71.2% | 41,191 | 57,907 | 79,514 |
| 1999 | 265 | 69.4% | 69,605 | 88,380 | 109,884 |
How Long Does a Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) Last?
Based on 1,120 Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) vehicles on UK roads.
Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd)
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
71.2% MOT pass rate from 2,665 tests
69.4% MOT pass rate from 265 tests
The best year to buy a used Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) is 2000, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 71.2% across 2,665 tests. The 1999 model year has the lowest pass rate at 69.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) THIS CAR | 70.7% | 10,351 | 52,471 mi | 26 yrs |
| Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a | 70.3% | 12,281 | 50,105 mi | 25 yrs |
| Mcc Smart Passion Softouch Auto | 71.6% | 11,918 | 50,212 mi | 24 yrs |
| Mcc Smart Roadster 80BHP Auto | 74.2% | 8,732 | 57,266 mi | 22 yrs |
| Honda Ww 125 A-m | 86% | 10,063 | 24,769 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a (70.3% pass rate) and the Mcc Smart Passion Softouch Auto (71.6% pass rate), the Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) has an overall MOT pass rate of 70.7% across 10,351 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (542 recorded failures), stop lamp not working (472), and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (319). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) owner drives around 3,905 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) models stay on UK roads for around 26 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.