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HS51 AJY

2002 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2023
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

46,259 mi
Last recorded46,259 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2022
Typical for 2002 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe49,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS51 AJY
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2022 46,259 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 40,706 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2020 40,706 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2019 40,186 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 39,119 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2018 39,119 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 38,145 miles

Body under tray loose / hanging down

Pass 14 Dec 2016 37,042 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2016 37,042 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement Pumps up then ok for a while. Investigation required (3.3.A.5)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated Cap seal splitting (7.2.4c)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 35,662 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 33,835 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2013 32,216 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 32,216 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 30,173 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 8 Dec 2011 27,462 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre has cut in tread but not to cords

Fail 8 Dec 2011 27,462 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

nearside rear tyre has cut in tread but not to cords

Pass 14 Dec 2010 24,555 miles

both rear shock bushes split bvut no movement

Pass 18 Dec 2009

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2008 18,563 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 15,365 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2006 10,683 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Dec 2006 10,683 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2005 6,550 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Dec 2005 6,550 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe?

Based on 440,585 MOT tests across 27,730 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,350
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
27,730
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,722
coil spring broken 5,964
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,749
Stop lamp not working 4,422
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 4,260
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HS51 AJY is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 2002 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 49,760 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,722 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HS51 AJY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 24 years old, this Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HS51 AJY registered?

HS51 AJY is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 31 December 2002.

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