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AV02 NVO

2002 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

58,961 mi
Last recorded58,961 miles
Recorded on29 May 2019
Typical for 2002 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet47,923 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV02 NVO
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Cabriolet
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2019 58,961 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 May 2018 53,444 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexy brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

engine sump corroded and wet with oil

steering notchy

under trays fitted

Pass 17 May 2017 51,242 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexy (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 May 2016 46,467 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 46,467 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 3 Mar 2016 46,448 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 16 May 2015 44,787 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 May 2014 42,464 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 40,361 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 37,518 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 May 2012 37,508 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2011 34,983 miles

both rear tyres slightly perrished

Pass 19 May 2010 32,472 miles

n/s/rear and o/s rear tyres starting to perrish

Pass 6 May 2009 29,403 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 19,780 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 12,495 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 10,684 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet?

Based on 41,914 MOT tests across 2,495 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
3,241
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,495
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,262
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,250
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 770
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 746
Headlamp aim too low 706
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AV02 NVO is a 2002 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2002 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 47,923 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,262 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV02 NVO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV02 NVO registered?

AV02 NVO is a 2002 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet, first registered on 1 May 2002.

Is AV02 NVO safe to buy?

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