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Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a reliable? We analysed 12,281 real MOT tests across 752 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 12,281 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
70.3%
Typical Mileage
50,105mi
Annual Mileage
3,367mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
25yrs

The Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp not working, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a.

Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

78.1%
2004
72.9%
2003
70.5%
2002
68.4%
2001

Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Stop lamp not working 505
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 388
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 284
Direction indicator incorrect colour 253
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 252
position lamp(s) not working 245
Headlamp aim too low 239
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 212
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 201
coil spring broken 196

Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
1,722 mi/yr
Typical
3,367 mi/yr
Average
4,312 mi/yr
Heavy usage
5,776 mi/yr

Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2004 64 78.1% 42,148 51,451 59,074
2003 512 72.9% 30,350 47,364 62,996
2002 9,754 70.5% 33,037 50,100 68,022
2001 1,932 68.4% 33,057 50,958 69,855

How Long Does a Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a Last?

Based on 752 Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a vehicles on UK roads.

Average
15.1 years
Median
15.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
25 years

Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
50,105 mi
75th Percentile
68,167 mi
95th Percentile
99,440 mi
Max Recorded
770,110 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2004

78.1% MOT pass rate from 64 tests

Year to avoid
2001

68.4% MOT pass rate from 1,932 tests

The best year to buy a used Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a is 2004, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 78.1% across 64 tests. The 2001 model year has the lowest pass rate at 68.4% — 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 Softouch(rhd)a 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 Softouch(rhd)a THIS CAR 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 Passion Auto (lhd) 70.7% 10,351 52,471 mi 26 yrs
Mcc Smart Roadster 80BHP Auto 74.2% 8,732 57,266 mi 22 yrs
Vauxhall Corsa Elite Edition 87.4% 16,565 25,254 mi — yrs

Compared to the Mcc Smart Passion Softouch Auto (71.6% pass rate) and the Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) (70.7% pass rate), the Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a?

The Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a has an overall MOT pass rate of 70.3% across 12,281 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a are stop lamp not working (505 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (388), and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (284). 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 Softouch(rhd)a owner drives around 3,367 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 Softouch(rhd)a models stay on UK roads for around 25 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.

Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a reliable?
Based on 12,281 MOT tests, the Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a has a 70.3% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a?
The most common MOT failures are stop lamp not working, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a do per year?
The typical Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a does around 3,367 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a last?
Most Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a models stay on UK roads for around 25 years based on our analysis of 752 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a is 2004 with a 78.1% pass rate across 64 tests.