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FG52 MWZ

2002 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

96,043 mi
Last recorded96,043 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2012
Typical for 2002 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet47,923 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG52 MWZ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Cabriolet
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2012 96,043 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 89,128 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2010 79,844 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 70,072 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge.

Pass 10 Nov 2008 58,470 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 46,514 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 37,550 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2006 37,542 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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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FG52 MWZ is a 2002 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FG52 MWZ, 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 FG52 MWZ registered?

FG52 MWZ is a 2002 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet, first registered on 14 November 2002.

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The MOT history for FG52 MWZ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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