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KU02 SJO

2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2015
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

67,966 mi
Last recorded67,966 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2015
Typical for 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet50,707 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU02 SJO
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Fail 5 Aug 2015 67,966 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2014 48,048 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 48,043 miles

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

offside rear handbrake cable outer casing damaged but not effecting operation at time of test

Fail 7 May 2010 48,043 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

offside rear handbrake cable outer casing damaged but not effecting operation at time of test

Pass 11 May 2009

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Fail 7 May 2009

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 7 May 2008 43,615 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 43,615 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 May 2007 34,359 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 34,335 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 May 2006

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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KU02 SJO is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 KU02 SJO, 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

How do I check the history of KU02 SJO?

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What year was KU02 SJO registered?

KU02 SJO is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 22 March 2002.

Is KU02 SJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU02 SJO shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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