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BU51 KLE

2001 Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd)

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

28,805 mi
Last recorded28,805 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd)50,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 KLE
MakeMcc
ModelSmart Passion Auto (lhd)
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Fail 23 Jul 2026 28,805 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 27,539 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 27,145 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

tailpipe missing off exhaust

Pass 11 Nov 2021 25,119 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 25,049 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 Nov 2020 25,048 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2001 tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 24,443 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 23,755 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 23,413 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 22,816 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 21,154 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 19,770 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 17,805 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 16,383 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 14,511 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 14,426 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 13,105 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2007 12,567 miles

Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Oct 2007 12,567 miles

How Reliable is the Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd)?

Based on 10,351 MOT tests across 1,120 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
3,905
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
1,120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 542
Stop lamp not working 472
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 319
position lamp(s) not working 243
Headlamp aim too low 239
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BU51 KLE is a 2001 Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2001 Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 50,416 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 542 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU51 KLE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BU51 KLE registered?

BU51 KLE is a 2001 Mcc Smart Passion Auto (lhd), first registered on 25 October 2001.

Is BU51 KLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 KLE shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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