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HJ52 LYA

2002 Mcc Smart Passion Softouch Auto

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,321 mi
Last recorded76,321 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Mcc Smart Passion Softouch Auto50,060 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ52 LYA
MakeMcc
ModelSmart Passion Softouch Auto
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 76,321 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2026 76,264 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 75,851 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 74,890 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 73,760 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2023 73,745 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 73,170 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Apr 2022 73,165 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2015 70,768 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2014 67,986 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 67,986 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 65,966 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 61,592 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 57,090 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 51,391 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 45,393 miles

Some testable items not visable

Both front tyres worn low on inner edges

Pass 19 Sep 2007 41,406 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 41,406 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

front brake discs worn and corroded/front tyre treads low

Pass 28 Sep 2006 36,418 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 31,576 miles

How Reliable is the Mcc Smart Passion Softouch Auto?

Based on 11,918 MOT tests across 703 vehicles.

71.6%
Pass Rate
3,439
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
703
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 446
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 335
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 242
Headlamp aim too low 220
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 198
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HJ52 LYA is a 2002 Mcc Smart Passion Softouch Auto in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Mcc Smart Passion Softouch Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 50,060 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mcc Smart Passion Softouch Auto fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 446 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HJ52 LYA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HJ52 LYA registered?

HJ52 LYA is a 2002 Mcc Smart Passion Softouch Auto, first registered on 26 September 2002.

Is HJ52 LYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ52 LYA shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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