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BV52 XSU

2002 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

81,523 mi
Last recorded81,523 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2018
Typical for 2002 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet47,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV52 XSU
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Cabriolet
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2018 81,523 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 81,522 miles

under trays fitted front to rear

Pass 10 Jun 2016 81,517 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 81,396 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2014 79,715 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 79,715 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 77,370 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 75,209 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 72,366 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Fail 18 Mar 2011 72,366 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Mar 2010 69,390 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 65,474 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 59,483 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 59,483 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 50,768 miles

nearside beam pattern has no cut off

Pass 13 Jan 2006 46,318 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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BV52 XSU is a 2002 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BV52 XSU, 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 BV52 XSU registered?

BV52 XSU is a 2002 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet, first registered on 10 December 2002.

Is BV52 XSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV52 XSU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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