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KU52 NVS

2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

43,378 mi
Last recorded43,378 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2026
Typical for 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet50,707 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU52 NVS
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Fail 9 Sep 2026 43,378 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Sep 2025 39,775 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 35,824 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 31,887 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 31,348 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 30,170 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 28,702 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 28,057 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread ON THE VERY LIMIT (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 27,738 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread on the very limit (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 27,500 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2016 27,460 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2015 26,570 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 25 Jul 2014 20,834 miles

slight oil leak from engine

Pass 25 Jul 2013 21,381 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jul 2012 20,834 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jul 2011 20,017 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 18,574 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 17,054 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 15,984 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 14,380 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 12,556 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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KU52 NVS is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KU52 NVS, 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 KU52 NVS?

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What year was KU52 NVS registered?

KU52 NVS is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 25 October 2002.

Is KU52 NVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU52 NVS shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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