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LF52 VCV

2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

31,746 mi
Last recorded31,746 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet50,707 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF52 VCV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 31,746 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front bumper damage

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 Nov 2025 31,746 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front bumper damage

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2024 21,840 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 21,133 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Nov 2023 21,133 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 19,801 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2022 19,801 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 18,462 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 16,795 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear bumper damaged

fuel cap sealing device deteriorated

windscreen washers need attention

Pass 21 Nov 2019 13,807 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner and outer, slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Plastic bumper at the rear cracked. (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 13,675 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 13,352 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin bothside (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear tyre has perishing on outer sidewall

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

Fail 23 Nov 2017 13,351 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid bothside (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin bothside (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear tyre has perishing on outer sidewall

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

Pass 6 Oct 2016 13,073 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2016 13,056 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin bothside (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 12,086 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 11,204 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 9,826 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 9,037 miles

front tyres perished and starting to split slightly

Fail 13 Oct 2011 9,037 miles

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

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

front tyres perished and starting to split slightly

Pass 4 Oct 2010 8,286 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 7,614 miles

Front tyres deteriorated (on limit) 145/65 15

Pass 8 Oct 2008 6,404 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 5,870 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 5,137 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
Full Smart (mcc) Cabriolet reliability report

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LF52 VCV is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 LF52 VCV, 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 LF52 VCV?

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What year was LF52 VCV registered?

LF52 VCV is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 11 October 2002.

Is LF52 VCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF52 VCV shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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