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KR02 ECT

2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2025
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

63,372 mi
Last recorded63,372 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2024
Typical for 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet50,707 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR02 ECT
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2024 63,372 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil on limit (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 58,703 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 54,201 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 49,691 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 45,275 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 44,445 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

all four tyres near to wear bars.

Fail 24 Oct 2019 44,445 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

all four tyres near to wear bars.

Pass 19 Sep 2018 41,961 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 41,961 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 39,049 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside rear and offside rear shock absorbers, lower bushes slightly worn/deteriorated

Fail 18 Sep 2017 39,040 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside rear and offside rear shock absorbers, lower bushes slightly worn/deteriorated

Pass 15 Jul 2016 37,436 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 15 Jul 2016 37,436 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 21 May 2015 33,072 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 May 2014 30,098 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

slight engine oil leak

Pass 24 May 2013 27,201 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 27,195 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 25 May 2012 23,620 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 23,550 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 May 2011 21,274 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 20,305 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 20,305 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 May 2009 19,072 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

offside front coolant pipe rubbing on steering rack

rear brakes noisy and slightly grabbing

Pass 30 May 2008 17,779 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2006 14,850 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2006 14,850 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Cabriolet?

Based on 38,203 MOT tests across 2,410 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
3,323
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,073
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,072
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 667
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 650
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 640
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KR02 ECT is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 50,707 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,073 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KR02 ECT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Smart (mcc) Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KR02 ECT registered?

KR02 ECT is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 12 June 2002.

Is KR02 ECT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR02 ECT shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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