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FG02 ESU

2002 Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

106,959 mi
Last recorded106,959 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2022
Typical for 2002 Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a50,100 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG02 ESU
MakeMcc
ModelSmart Passion Softouch(rhd)a
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2022 106,959 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 104,258 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2021 104,228 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Fail 2 Oct 2021 104,163 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Feb 2018 97,920 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 97,721 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 87,704 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 78,941 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 69,491 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 63,140 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 62,064 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 61,618 miles

both front wheel bearing noise when spun ok on road test. slight play in front strut leg inserts. grinding noise from rear brakes

offside and nearside front tyre edges worn smoth other tread areas cut deeper than edges. radiator hose fouling steering rack boot in lock radiator hose damaged poor condition.

offside front lower ball joint rubber gaitor split. nearside front tyre valve rubber split. slight play in nearsiode front wheel bearings.

stone chip in screen corner. front bumper insecure plastic under carrage covers fitted. park brake outer cables swelling and corroding. plastic outer sill covers fitted

Fail 9 Sep 2009 61,618 miles

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

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

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

both front wheel bearing noise when spun ok on road test. slight play in front strut leg inserts. grinding noise from rear brakes

offside and nearside front tyre edges worn smoth other tread areas cut deeper than edges. radiator hose fouling steering rack boot in lock radiator hose damaged poor condition.

offside front lower ball joint rubber gaitor split. nearside front tyre valve rubber split. slight play in nearsiode front wheel bearings.

stone chip in screen corner. front bumper insecure plastic under carrage covers fitted. park brake outer cables swelling and corroding. plastic outer sill covers fitted

Pass 5 Jul 2007 72,869 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 72,866 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 62,867 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a?

Based on 12,281 MOT tests across 752 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
3,367
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
752
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

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
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FG02 ESU is a 2002 Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2002 Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 50,100 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 505 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG02 ESU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FG02 ESU registered?

FG02 ESU is a 2002 Mcc Smart Passion Softouch(rhd)a, first registered on 17 July 2002.

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